TOWARDS DIGITAL-BASED INSTRUCTION IN EFL/ESL CONTEXTS

The pedagogical application of digital-based instruction has caught specialists’ consideration in the realm of education. Recently, studies and organizations have focused on the application of digital-based technologies in learning. Additionally, video games provided a context for interaction, discussion and understanding of the concepts. The aim of this investigation is to review the current literature on digital-based studies, to reflect the perspectives of previous researchers, and to examine the results of some of previous studies. The review of some studies showed that over past two decades’ research on digital-based instruction in foreign and second language has expanded the notion of Computer Assisted Language Learning and Mobile Assisted Language Learning in teaching English language. Additionally, certain recommendations are suggested to ameliorate the process of digital-based instruction in educational context. Consequently, the current investigation is useful for language practitioners, university students and educational administrators.