The Effect of Using Web-based Language Learning (WBLL) on Vocabulary Learning

The most important part for learning a language is vocabulary and for learning and understanding, a second language being skillful in this part is essential. There are many techniques and methods for learning vocabulary and in this review article, we review the effect of WBLL on learning vocabulary. The current review study was an attempt to investigate the effect of Web-based Language Learning (WBLL) on vocabulary learning. Several studies have reported the benefits of WBLL in English as a second language (ESL) and English as a foreign language (EFL) classrooms. However, there has been little empirical research on whether such WBLL improves students’ language abilities. To this end, some related articles on WBLL and vocabulary learning were reviewed and the strengths and weaknesses of the practicality of WBLL on ESL/EFL learners’ vocabulary learning. The findings reveal that although some research has been conducted on WBLL, there are still some controversies on the effect of the WBLL on vocabulary learning.

کلیدواژه ها:

WBLL ، EFL/ESL Students ، Vocabulary Learning ، Web-based Technology