Assessing Computer and Mobile Literacy among TEFL Students: Implications for CALL Integration

The study investigated the computer literacy levels of fourth-year TEFL students enrolled in a Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) course at Ardabil Azad University. The participants comprised ۵۷ female and ۱۴ male students who completed a comprehensive computer literacy questionnaire during the first session of the course. The questionnaire aimed to evaluate their initial skills in various areas, including frequency of computer usage, self-assessment of computer skills, and confidence in executing specific computer-related tasks. Analysis of the questionnaire data showed that ۷۰% of the students rated their overall computer literacy as medium, while only ۲۰% considered their skills to be advanced. In terms of mobile literacy, ۲۸% rated it as medium, whereas ۷۰% perceived their skills as advanced. Among Microsoft Office skills, access was the least frequently used software, while social media emerged as the most frequently used digital tool, with ۷۷% of students reporting daily engagement. The results also revealed that ۵۴% of the students indicated a lack of knowledge in web design, yet ۷۰% rated their skills in mobile applications and games as advanced. In addition, over ۸۰% of the students expressed enjoyment in using technology for teaching and a desire to learn more, believing that technology can enhance their teaching quality. The findings highlight key areas of focus for integrating technology into language teaching curricula. The high mobile literacy and frequent use of Internet-based tools suggest that incorporating these technologies into teaching methods can be particularly effective. Furthermore, the strong positive attitudes toward technology in education highlight students’ readiness and enthusiasm for embracing tech-enhanced learning.

کلیدواژه ها:

CALL ، Computer Literacy ، Internet-Based Tools ، Technology Integration ، TEFL Students