Augmented reality

Language is learned best when learners can learn it through real experiences situated in the learning environment . AR technology makes this process possible as it introduces dimensionality into language classroom through which learners can have a real sense of experiencing the language. This new perspective is to encourage young learners to develop the sense of motivation while they can learn by experiencing and by doing.
This technological system can better operate when the characteristics of the young learner profile are taken into account. The following suggestions can be made for the effective integration of AR technology in young learner language classes:
 Keeping the interest and attention of young learners is an important issue in language classes. AR designs can be effective in maintaining learner attention and interest. However, the content presented through AR should be designed considering the cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of the profile. Otherwise, the material may turn into a source of confusion for young learners. In such a case, they can lose interest and motivation in learning.
 Safety is another significant point in young learner classes. AR technology presents a rich content through multi-senses but it is essential that the content should be determined keeping the physical and psychological safety of young learners in mind. Young minds should not be exposed to information which triggers their psychological and physical safety.
 Since language is for communication, enabling young learners to establish and maintain interactions with other people through the target language should be among the main concerns. AR technology has been shown to promote interaction with people; however, it is also reported that it may result in isolation in some cases. Therefore, while integrating AR technology into language education, teachers should monitor the interactional patterns of their learners and encourage student-student and student-teacher interaction.
 The simultaneous existence of reality and virtuality is an advantage of AR technology. However, while adopting this technology in language classes, teachers should be alert that young learners are not too much fascinated by the virtual presentations. Otherwise, young learners may physically engage themselves in risky acts without analytically thinking of the consequences in real life. Thus, teachers should be careful observers when using this technology and remind young learners that the AR only serves as a material for language education.