信息化时代外语学习方式动态演进研究——基于CiteSpace的可视化分析

On dynamic evolution of foreign language learning modes at information age: a scientometric analysis in Cite Space

本文对我国近二十年(2000—2017)信息化背景下的外语学习方式演进过程进行了可视化研究,采用科学计量软件CiteSpace绘制了动态演进的科学知识图谱,宏观勾勒了信息化时代外语学习方式演进的整体脉络:多媒体技术、网络环境、移动学习和泛在学习四个阶段。研究发现,外语学习方式演进过程涉及学习方式、英语教学、自主学习、大学英语、大学英语教学和英语学习方式6个前沿研究领域,涵盖自主学习、信息技术、移动学习、课堂教学等34个研究热点。信息技术与外语教育的深度融合对外语学习方式产生了深刻影响,使开放、自由、个性化的外语学习成为可能,同时,这种变化会反作用于整个外语教育生态,使教学方式、师生角色关系等生态要素发生改变。

The present paper outlines the dynamic evolution of foreign language learning modes of our country in the past two decades(2000-2017)at information age by employing CiteSpace,a new scientometric software.It is found that the evolution process is divided into four stages including multimedia technology,network environment,mobile learning and ubiquitous learning.Furthermore,the evolution of foreign language learning modes involves six frontier research domains,including learning style,English teaching,autonomous learning,college English,college English teaching and English learning modes.It covers thirty-four key and hot research topics such as autonomous learning,information technology,mobile learning,class teaching and the like.It is implied that the deep integration of information technology and foreign language education makes a significant influence on foreign language learning modes,making it possible for foreign language learning to be open,free and individualized.Meanwhile,this change counteracts foreign language educational ecology,causing altering in specific ecological elements such as teaching methods and teacher-student role relations.