On dynamic evolution of foreign language learning modes at information age: a scientometric analysis in CiteSpace

MENG Yu & CHEN Jianlin

Foreign Language Learning Theory and Practice ›› 2019, Vol. 168 ›› Issue (4) : 34.

Foreign Language Learning Theory and Practice ›› 2019, Vol. 168 ›› Issue (4) : 34.

On dynamic evolution of foreign language learning modes at information age: a scientometric analysis in CiteSpace

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The present paper outlines the dynamic evolution of foreign language learning modes of our country in the past two decades (2000-2017) at information age by employing CiteSpace, a new scientometric software. It is found that the evolution process is divided into four stages including multimedia technology, network environment, mobile learning and ubiquitous learning. Furthermore, the evolution of foreign language learning modes involves six frontier research domains, including learning style, English teaching, autonomous learning, college English, college English teaching and English learning modes. It covers thirtyfour key and hot research topics such as autonomous learning, information technology, mobile learning, class teaching and the like. It is implied that the deep integration of information technology and foreign language education makes a significant influence on foreign language learning modes, making it possible for foreign language learning to be open, free and individualized. Meanwhile, this change counteracts foreign language educational ecology, causing altering in specific ecological elements such as teaching methods and teacher-student role relations.

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informationization / learning modes / dynamic evolution / CiteSpace

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MENG Yu & CHEN Jianlin. On dynamic evolution of foreign language learning modes at information age: a scientometric analysis in CiteSpace[J]. Foreign Language Learning Theory and Practice. 2019, 168(4): 34

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