Enhancing foreign language learning with cloud-based mind mapping techniques

- Amelina, Svitlana M. (orcid.org/0000-0002-6008-3122), Tarasenko, Rostyslav O. (orcid.org/0000-0001-6258-2921) and Semerikov, Serhiy O. (orcid.org/0000-0003-0789-0272) (2023) Enhancing foreign language learning with cloud-based mind mapping techniques Proceedings of the VIII International Workshop on Professional Retraining and Life-Long Learning using ICT: Person-oriented Approach (3L-Person 2023). Virtual Event, Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, October 25, 2023 (3535). pp. 48-60. ISSN 1613-0073

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Abstract

This paper explores the potential of using cloud-based mind maps as a tool for learning foreign languages. It is concluded that their use is suitable for both language classes and students’ independent work. Criteria have been developed for evaluating cloud services in terms of their effectiveness in the educational process of creating mind maps. The paper characterises the conditions for accessing free versions of 16 cloud services for creating mind maps. Based on an experimental study, five cloud services are compared: Ayoa, Mindomo, Miro, Smartdraw, and Xmind. The paper demonstrates examples of using mind maps based on these cloud services’ templates for various types of language learning activities, including studying grammar topics, learning or repeating vocabulary, and writing essays. The paper identifies several advantages of using mind maps, such as visualising lexical material, structuring terminology by sector, enabling control and self-control in checking listening and reading comprehension, and serving as support for writing essays and composing oral stories.

Item Type:	Article
Keywords:	foreign language learning, cloud-based mind maps, educational technology, language teaching, language learning activities, visual learning, learning styles, vocabulary learning, grammar learning, essay writing, oral storytelling, language assessment, Ayoa, Mindomo, Miro, Smartdraw, Xmind
Subjects:	Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 00 Prolegomena. Fundamentals of knowledge and culture. Propaedeutics > 004 Computer science and technology. Computing. Data processing > 004.7 Computer communication. Computer networks > 004.78 Online computing systems for specific use Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 00 Prolegomena. Fundamentals of knowledge and culture. Propaedeutics > 004 Computer science and technology. Computing. Data processing > 004.9 ІКТ ( Application-oriented computer-based techniques ) Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 37 Education > 378 Higher education. Universities. Academic study Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 8 Language. Linguistics. Literature > 80 General questions relating to both linguistics and literature. Philology
Divisions:	Institute for Digitalisation of Education > Department of the Cloud-Вased Systems of ICT in Education
Depositing User:	Сергій Олексійович Семеріков
Date Deposited:	09 Jul 2024 17:50
Last Modified:	09 Jul 2024 17:50
URI:	https://lib.iitta.gov.ua/id/eprint/741722

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