Aila ReN 2011 - Obari

Integration of e-learning and m-learning AILA 2011 Harmony in diversity: language, culture, society Symposium: CALL and the Learner Hiroyuki Obari (Ph.D.) Aoyama Gakuin University August 26 th , 2011 [email_address]

Introduction: Blended Learning System Integrated Use of Website, Campus Learning Network System, & 3G cell phones Social Networking Service, Video Conferencing, CALL Software, Web 2.0, Blogs Prontest Speech Recognition AILA2011

Overview
Blended learning
Social Learning 　　　
Digital Storytelling
Comparative Case Study
Assessment
Summary
Conclusion 　　　　
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Most Important Features
Integration of e-learning and m-learning works in my classroom teaching.
Digital storytelling is the powerful technique to teach language and communication.
To get a more cross-culturally sensitive understanding of human nature via ICT is very important.
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Introduce Technology Enhanced Learning
Propose an effective way of integrating the following technologies.
Learning Management System (CCS, Sakai, Web Learn)
CaLabo EX CALL System (CALL System)
CASEC Computer Test (Assessment)
Versant Speaking Test (Assessment)
Social Learning (iUniv with a Schooly)
Mobile Learning (3G digital phone, iPhone, Smart Phone)
Social Networking System (mixi, face book, log, etc.)
Podcasting (iPod, Sony Walkman)
Prontest (automatic pronunciation correction)
Digital storytelling
Videoconferencing
Blended Learning AILA2011

Key Words
Blended Learning
Social Learning (iUniv)
Assessment (CASEC)
Versant Speaking Test
Mobile Computing
Digital Storytelling
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Key Research Questions
Does blended learning help students to foster autonomous learners in education?
Does Digital storytelling help students to improve English proficiency and pronunciation?
What is/will be the impact of an increasingly open technologically mediated learning environment in learning and teaching? AILA2011

Blended Learning (1)
Optimizing achievement of learning objectives by applying the “right” learning technologies to match the “right” personal learning style to transfer the “right” skills to the “right” person at the “right” time (Singh and Reed 2005:315)
“ In a blended learning best practice survey conducted by the eLearning Guild (2003), 73.6 percent of respondents reported blended learning to be more effective than non-blended approaches.” (Wilson and Smilanich 2005:15)
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Blended Learning(2)
Blended learning (BL) increases the options for greater quality and quantity of interaction in a learning environment.
BL prevents learner isolation and reduces the number of dropouts .
Digital contents change its form and volume as mobile and social media spreads widely.
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Learning Environments
Pre-learning Activities before the lesson
Learning words and phrases with mobile
Background information with internet & CCS
Main-learning Activities in the classroom
CALL System (CaLabo EX)
Multimedia with CCS
Test with CCS, CASEC
Discussion & Presentation (Interaction)
Post-learning Activities after the lesson
Reviewing words and phrases with mobile
Reviewing the lesson with mobile & PC
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Social Learning
Social learning, a new learning style on social media, is expected to be the next big wave on internet, and Open Educational Resources would be a big part of it.
There are five principles for the new way of education/learning by using Mobile & Social using the definition of word “MINDS”.
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5 Principles of Social Learning
Manage: contents, annotations and friends
Input: watch and listen
Note: output what you learn
Discover: find results and next goals
Share: your knowledge and contribution
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What is a digital story?
Digital story is a first-person narrative that tells a personal story (in words, music, and pictures) in one’s voice and style.
A digital story merges the traditional art of storytelling with the power of new technologies.
DS is a process blending media to enrich and enhance the written or spoken word.
Students can demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products.
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Why should we use digital storytelling?
It promotes better linguistic skills in students.
Enhances vocabulary
Improves writing efficiency
Improves reading efficiency
Improves speaking efficiency
It promotes better paralinguistic skills in students.
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2008 vs. 2009 Study
Text
World Heritage
e-Learning Practice for TOEIC
English Pronunciation Training Software
2008 Study (63 students)
Text + Presentation + Mobile (words)
2009 Study (71 students)
Text + Presentation + Mobile (words)
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2008 vs. 2009 Study
World Heritage Text and DVD
E-Learning for TOEIC Practice
English Pronunciation Software, “Hatsuon Ryoku.”
In 2009, digital storytelling recordings were added.
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■ Quality Features of CASEC １） Any Time, Any Place 　ＣＡＳＥ C is distinct from the conventional written exams in that it can be taken at any time, any place via Internet. There will be no need to obtain a test center, and examinees are free to choose their convenient testing time, thereby increasing test efficiency. ２） Reducing Test Time 　 CASEC is an individual oriented test (CAT ＝ Computer Adaptive Test), and test questions are determined according to individual levels, enabling accurate assessment within a short period of time. Compared to TOEIC, its test time is approximately 80 to 90 minutes shorter. This will be an advantage to the examinees as well as allow companies to cut down on overall personnel expenses. 　※ For example : The cost necessary for a person with annual income of 5,000,000 Japanese Yen roughly estimated would be 50 yen per minute. If test time is shortened by 80 － 90 minutes, this will be a cut down of approximately 4000 － 4500 yen per person per test. ３） Getting Results Immediately Feedback of test results to examinees and the personnel will be done on the spot. Past records can be obtained anytime through the internet. Group administrator can download data in EXCEL format any time, facilitating record-keeping. ４） Cutting Down the Cost 　 Cost for test centers, personnel, and transportation will be dramatically cut down, thereby increasing cost efficiency of test administration. AILA2011

Effectiveness of Digital storytelling 2008 vs. 2009 (Digital storytelling ) **p<0.01 AILA2011

Is digital storytelling useful in learning EFL? (n=70) AILA2011

Portfolio Assessment
Improvements of Computer Test (CASEC)
Speaking Test (Versant)
Presentation Skills
Pronunciation (F0, Power, Speech duration)
ICT Skills
Peer assessment (BBS)
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Test Results Structure, Vocabulary, Fluency, Pronunciation AILA2011

Summary
In 2009 study, the average score of CASEC improved from 524.8 (SD=81) to 602(SD=54), using emerging technologies.
Students made more progress with the help of digital storytelling recordings and about 80% of AGU students felt that DS was useful in learning EFL.
Social learning and blended learning helped students to improve English proficiency and IT skills as well.
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Conclusion
Integration of e-learning and m-learning helped students to foster autonomous learners.
Digital storytelling technique is the powerful technique to teach EFL and helps students to retain what they learn.
Make the best use of ICT. AILA2011

The Lord is my light and my salvation. (Psalms 27:1) University of Oxford
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. (Proverbs 1:7)
This work was supported by Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C), KAKENHI(23520698).
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