Abstract
Mobile learning for English Language Teaching (ELT) has become an emerging trend to sustain education, providing the option to learn English for Specific Purposes (ESP). However, the review of mobile learning in ESP is scarce, despite its importance in sustaining education. Thus, this review systematically identifies the trends of mobile learning concerning ESP. Using three databases, namely Web of Science (WoS), Scopus, and Educational Resources Information Centre (ERIC), 28 articles were extracted out of 139, from 2012 to 2021, with exclusion and inclusion criteria taken into consideration. First, the significant findings portrayed that mobile apps are the most commonly used means of mobile learning. Second, vocabulary and language competency is more emphasised in mobile learning for ESP. Third, mobile learning in ESP mostly dominated the business field of studies. These three findings implied that there are still gaps in research on mobile learning and ESP. Generally, this review is valuable for practitioners to know which mobile learning tool is ready to be used and in identifying gaps for research in mobile learning and ESP, to sustain education for the future.
Highlights
Mobile learning has become a trend in the educational field, whereby it is one of the tools used in addressing challenges of education in this pandemic era
A highly developed mobile app in a specific discipline for English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is more effective than standard language learning apps
RQ1: What Are the Types of Platforms Used in Mobile Learning for ESP?
Summary
Mobile learning has become a trend in the educational field, whereby it is one of the tools used in addressing challenges of education in this pandemic era. Mobile learning is one of the steps in providing quality and equity in education, in encouraging lifelong learning opportunities for everyone, as stated in the fourth goal of the Sustainable. This goal emphasises the importance of education in sustaining future industries, geared towards the year 2030, as mentioned by the United Nations [1]. The SDG seems big, changes can occur with small steps. Narrowing the scope of education, one particular field which is as essential as other industrial fields is the language field, mainly English. English is an international language and recognised worldwide due to its importance as a means of interaction
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