the use of mobile applications to assist second language learning: the case of ling q in focus

The use of new coming technology namely mobile based technology has become an important part of the learning process inside and outside of the classroom. with the rapid enhancement of mobile technology and the emergence of mobile applications, efl learners find particular chance to use different features of mobile applications to enhance their language skills. while there is a great desire to use mobile applications to support language learning, there is a lack of research about the efficacy of them in the literature. in fact, there are many language learning applications in app stores; as a result, selecting the appropriate one is not an easy task. therefore, current research reviewed ling q application to introduce different features of the app for language learning. the findings for this app review revealed that ling q application is a well-designed application which can be used to enhance efl learners’ different language skills. the review also indicated that through integrating different language skills such as reading, speaking, writing and listening, this application would improve english language proficiency of the learners too. the findings of the current study may be beneficial for material developers, efl learners, teachers, and those who are interested to use mobile applications as tools for learning and teaching of second languages.