Journal of Educational Technology & Online Learning Volume 6 │Issue 4│2023 http://dergipark.org.tr/jetol Doi: http://doi.org/10.31681/jetol.1343391 Received 15 Aug 2023; Revised 10 Nov 2023; Accepted 11 Dec 2023 ISSN: 2618-6586. This is an open Access article under the CC BY license. Promoting listening skills with an educational tool: VoScreen Ayşe Merzifonluoglu a * a Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Türkiye. Suggested citation: Merzifonluoglu, A. (2023). Promoting listening skills with an educational tool: VoScreen. Journal of Educational Technology & Online Learning, 6(4), 1027-1043. Highlights Abstract • MALL offers various advantages for language learners beyond the classroom. • VoScreen has great potential to facilitate the language learning process and improve learners’ listening comprehension. • Learners had positive attitudes towards technology integration into language education to promote specific skills and sub-skills. In the modern digital age, educational technologies have become valuable resources that effectively support language learning and facilitate the development of various language skills. Among these skills, listening proficiency is of paramount importance as it is indispensable for effective communication and comprehension. With the increasing popularity of communicative approaches, the integration of educational technologies into language instruction has gained momentum due to their ability to provide learners with authentic listening experiences, exposure to diverse accents, and targeted practice opportunities. Considering the potential advantages of these technologies, the present study explores the efficacy of VoScreen in enhancing listening skills at the tertiary level. The study included 45 EFL learners at the tertiary level. Quantitative data were gathered through a pretest and a posttest while qualitative data were obtained through an evaluation and suggestion form. The findings revealed a statistically significant difference in learners' pretest and posttest listening scores. Moreover, learners' evaluations highlighted the contribution of VoScreen to their success in the target skill and other sub-skills. This study sheds light on the promising potential of educational technologies for enhancing learners' listening abilities. Article Info: Research Article Keywords: Mobile-assisted language learning (MALL), Educational technologies, VoScreen, Listening skills 1. Introduction The incorporation of digital technologies and various applications into language education has witnessed a steady rise in recent years (Chen et al., 2020; Li & Lan, 2022; Sad et al., 2022). This trend is strongly influenced by the characteristics of modern learners, often referred to as digital natives, who inherently rely on technology. In the context of contemporary education, this integration has become an inevitable consequence. Traditional language teaching, previously characterized by teacher-centered instruction and reliance on textbooks, has gradually given way to more learner-centered and technology-enhanced approaches. With the advent of digital technologies and educational applications, language education has become more interactive, personalized, and accessible. Educators now have access to a multitude of resources and tools to accommodate diverse learning preferences and styles. Mobile learning, which primarily focuses on the use of digital technologies and applications in the language learning process, has gained prominence, granting students flexibility and opportunities for self-directed learning. Instructors are increasingly encouraged to adopt communicative and task-based language teaching strategies, fostering * Corresponding author. Faculty of Education, Department of English Language Teaching, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Türkiye. e-mail address: ayse.merzifonluoglu@erzincan.edu.tr This study was partly presented as a proceeding at the 3rd International Conference on Educational Technology and Online Learning held between 20-23 June 2023.