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Leveraging Machine Learning Approach to Identify the Predictors of Informal Digital Learning of English Behaviours Among EFL Learners

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ID21499343
AuthorsYu Cui (0009-0002-9605-5243, School of Foreign Studies, Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an Shaanxi China), Lingjie Tang (0000-0002-8176-0604, School of Foreign Studies, Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an Shaanxi China), Fang Fang (0000-0001-6408-5910, School of Foreign Studies, Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an Shaanxi China, corresponding author)
Year2025
Volume41
Issue5
Publication date2025-10-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Computer Assisted Learning (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0266-4909 • E-ISSN: 1365-2729
PublisherWiley (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1111/jcal.70111
OpenAlexW4414048800
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited95

Decision tree · Digital Learning · Gradient boosting · Idle · Informal learning · Logistic regression · Impact of Technology on Adolescents · Online Learning and Analytics · Technology-Enhanced Education Studies

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Citations per year2
Citation span2026 - 2026 (1)
Citation velocitycurrent
Highly citedNo
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