ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR PRIMARY STUDENTS IN ENGLISH LEARNING AT HOME

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this study is to explore the possibilities and challenges of the assistive technology for primary school students in English learning and examine what becomes significant at home English literacy practices mediated by digital tools. The study also looks into the possibilities and challenges of technologies for EFL learning by investigating the problem of EFL learning for primary children in China. Theory: Theoretical framework chosen is grounded theory. Method: The approach undertaken in this thesis includes, qualitative research method, document review, and thematic analysis. Results: The results of this study indicate that assistive technology such as the pen scanner in this paper serves as a tool for primary children in their pathway to achieve independent learning at home. The functionalities of the technology, translation, vocabulary tracking, text recognition function, are significant in improving English proficiency for primary school children at home environment by the improved exposure of English input.