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Multisensory strategies to foster autonomous language learning through digital landscapes

Silvia Saborío-Taylor 1 *
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1 Universidad Nacional, Heredia, COSTA RICA* Corresponding Author
European Journal of Interactive Multimedia and Education, 6(1), January 2025, e02503, https://doi.org/10.30935/ejimed/16045
Submitted: 04 October 2024, Published: 25 February 2025
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ABSTRACT

This research explores the integration of multisensory strategies in digital learning landscapes to enhance autonomous language learning. Drawing on theoretical foundations such as multisensory integration, learning strategies, and autonomy, the study investigates how digital platforms that engage multiple senses can address the challenges of autonomous online learning, particularly for English language learners. The research focuses on English teachers in the Pedagogical Praxis module of a master’s program, examining their experiences with a multisensory digital landscape designed to foster self-directed learning. The study employed a quantitative research approach, collecting data via surveys to evaluate the impact of multisensory design on learner engagement, language proficiency, and autonomy. Findings indicate that participants experienced higher levels of engagement, improved comprehension, and increased motivation through the multisensory digital landscape. While the majority of respondents reported positive outcomes, minor challenges related to self-management and technical difficulties were noted. Overall, the study highlights the potential of multisensory digital learning landscapes to support autonomous language learners and offers insights into how these strategies can be further refined to maximize educational impact.
Keywords: autonomy, digital landscapes, language learning, multisensory

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Saborío-Taylor, S. (2025). Multisensory strategies to foster autonomous language learning through digital landscapes. European Journal of Interactive Multimedia and Education, 6(1), e02503. https://doi.org/10.30935/ejimed/16045

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