A Study of ELL Adult’s Use of Mobile Communication Applications: an Examination of Tie Strength

Lopez, Diane; Sugatan, Carlo; Abdirahman, Ahmed; Randall, Virginia; Ho Liu, Alexis; Bahm, Cristina Robles

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Title

A Study of ELL Adult’s Use of Mobile Communication Applications: an Examination of Tie Strength

Author(s)

• Lopez, Diane
• Sugatan, Carlo
• Abdirahman, Ahmed
• Randall, Virginia
• Ho Liu, Alexis
• Bahm, Cristina Robles

Issue Date

2018

Keyword(s)

• digital divide
• immigrants
• tie-strength

Abstract

This study begins to examine the problems that surround the usability and design of mobile communication applications for E.L.L (English Language Learner) immigrant adults in the United States by looking at the intent of this population when using phones. A user study was conducted where ELL immigrant adults answered questions about their mobile phone use. The results show that ELL immigrant adults use their smart phones daily and communicate with their friends and family, showing that maintenance of strong ties is important to this community. We hope this study moves towards an inclusive application that takes into account the relationship maintenance needs of this community.

Publisher

iSchools

Series/Report Name or Number

iConference 2018 Proceedings

Type of Resource

text

Language

eng

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Copyright 2018 is held by Diane Lopez, Carlo Sugatan, Ahmed Abdirahman, Virginia Randall, Alexis Ho Liu, Cristina Robles Bahm. Copyright permissions, when appropriate, must be obtained directly from the authors.

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