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TEACHING AND LEARNING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE THROUGH THE USE OF ICT: ISSUES AND PROSPECTSRabi Abdullahi Danjumma and Sidikat A. AshafaABSTRACT
The impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on language learning has been acknowledged globally such that the integration of ICT in language learning has become indispensable in today’s teaching-learning environment. This is because of the fundamental role it plays in the advancement of the frontiers of knowledge in language learning. This is more so, when the world is fast becoming a global village where the use of modern technological gadgets to improve language learning has become imperative. This paper examines ICT and students in classroom, the importance of ICT in English Language learning (expanding access to and improving the quality of teaching and learning, enhancing language competence and learner’s interaction and verbalization among others). Some of the challenges (no internet facilities, erratic power supply, overcrowded classrooms, etc). Provision of ICT gadgets at schools, involvements of NGOs, regular power supply and need for language laboratory are some of the recommendations made to improve language learning through the use of ICT gadgets.
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