Language learning and technology: A conceptual analysis of the role assigned to technology

As technology advances, the teaching-learning process becomes more robust. In addition to technological possibilities and opportunities, functions that academics give have an impact on its effective application in field of education. this study, it is intended investigate technologically based studies English language instruction. The study evaluated research articles published journals "Language Learning & Technology" "The Journal European Association for Computer Assisted Language Learning" "Computer 2020 2021 indexed by Web social science. were thematically analyzed. Examined study's objective, methods approaches, instruments, data collection tools. primary factor how utilized study. Particularly education, role teaching as a second has been investigated. Technology helps EFL students learn. This will try conceptualize technology's role. supposed develop writing abilities first. Quantitative predominated, followed mixed-methods. Most sampled college students. mostly used learner-centered task-based Language-learning websites are chosen. Second-tier mobile apps. Technological tools employed directly individually or groups, but their use communication tool between teachers student cooperation highlighted.