Effects of Technology on English Language Studies for Overall Development

English Language is a global language based on its usage the world over. It is one of the major languages of the United Nations and indeed a working language. This paper examined the effects that technology, which include use of internet, computers, internet of things, artificial intelligence, advanced robotics and the rest, have on the learning of English Language In all of these, words are deployed for communication. This study examined the effects of technology on the learning of English Language and investigated the challenges confronting the use of technology in the learning of English Language among final year students of Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education, Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos. It however included responses from learners on how technology had helped them to correct some anomalies that occurred in the course of interactions; and usage of the emerging technologies. It was evident that technology has shaped the learning of English Language in no small measure. There were situations in which Artificial Intelligence models helped in the correction of pronunciation, translation of words for better understanding and the explication of terms through one to one interactions with learners. It is also worthy of note that a sound knowledge of English got through the use of technology helps in navigating life matters, other subjects and disciplines. The use of internet, through major platforms both social and educational; like Facebook, Whatsapp, Zoom, Skype, You-tube, Google search, Chat GPT and the rest had supported both teachers and learners to improve upon their knowledge of the world through this major language, English. There is no doubt that technology had impacted a lot on English Language Studies which in turn helped in the overall development of the learners and teachers in no small way. Technology has helped human beings to make more sense of the world we live in and English Language is like a driver of the vehicle through which information is transported, gained and used in all its ramifications.