Cambridge University Press article collection: Language, Linguistics & AI

I’m chuffed that one of my papers has been selected for this collection of Cambridge University Press papers on Language, linguistics and AI article collection: Pérez-Paredes, P. (2026). Corpus linguistics and AI in the reconfiguration of language learning ecologies. Language Teaching, 1–13. doi:10.1017/S0261444825101109  How is AI changing the way we study and learn language? Explore … Read more

Data-driven learning in informal contexts? Embracing broad data-driven learning (BDDL) research

Pérez-Paredes, P. (2024) Data-driven learning in informal contexts? Embracing Broad Data-driven learning (BDDL) research. In Crosthwaite, P. (Ed.). Corpora for Language Learning: Bridging the Research-Practice Divide. Routledge. In this chapter, I argue that it is necessary to pursue an analysis of DDL practices in the broader language learning context (Pérez-Paredes & Mark, 2022), particularly in … Read more

New publication: An investigation of Chinese EFL learners’ acceptance of mobile dictionaries in English language learning

Zhang,D., Hennessy, S. & Pérez-Paredes, P. (2023) An investigation of Chinese EFL learners’ acceptance of mobile dictionaries in English language learning. Computer Assisted Language Learning, DOI: 10.1080/09588221.2023.2189915 Abstract Although many studies have explored the role of dictionaries in English language learning, few have investigated mobile dictionaries (MDs) from learners’ perspectives. This study aimed to explore Chinese EFL learners’ acceptance of … Read more

Free copy of our latest paper in Computer Assisted Language Learning

Our article, Language teachers’ perceptions on the use of OER language processing technologies in MALL, has just been published on Computer Assisted Language Learning Journal, Taylor & Francis Online. 50 free eprints can be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.tandfonline.com/eprint/epWFWhVAGFZ4yRSIaMcA/full Get yours now!!!! Abstract Combined with the ubiquity and constant connectivity of mobile devices, and with … Read more

Learner Corpora in Language Testing and Assessment

Edited by Marcus Callies and Sandra Götz University of Bremen / Justus Liebig University, Giessen ISBN 9789027203786  The aim of this volume is to highlight the benefits and potential of using learner corpora for the testing and assessment of L2 proficiency in both speaking and writing, reflecting the growing importance of learner corpora in applied … Read more

CFP Automated Writing Evaluation in Language Teaching: Theory, Development, and Application

Call for Papers Special Issue: CALICO Journal 33.1, 2016Guest editors: Volker Hegelheimer, Ahmet Dursun, Zhi Li, Iowa State University Automated Writing Evaluation in Language Teaching: Theory, Development, and Application The first automated writing evaluation (AWE) software for assessment purposes dates back to the 1960s (Project Essay Grade, Page Ellis). Rapid advances in the fields of … Read more