Establishing an integrated inductive and deductive learning environment to enhance learners'motivation in English grammar learning

Abstract

This study integrates digital e-reading and a pictorial e-book to construct an "integrated inductive and deductive learning environment (IIDLE)". Additionally, we examined the impacts of cognitive styles on the use of this learning environment. The results indicated that most learners’ motivation was increased. Holists and Serialists exhibited similar positive perceptions for the IIDLE; however, Serialists had more negative feedback, especially regarding structure, format, and navigation details. This study’s contributions lie not only in the integration of digital e-reading and a pictorial e-book to create the IIDLE but also in proposing a framework based on the findings. This framework can be utilized to design personalized IIDLEs, which can satisfy the needs of diverse cognitive styles, thus further enhancing their learning motivation.