This document discusses using avatars in the classroom to address problems with traditional English classes. It notes that English classes can be boring, teachers have negative attitudes towards technology, and activities are too controlled. Avatars on platforms like Voki could motivate and inspire students by allowing them to design personalized digital characters to convey and express ideas. Using avatars introduces new technological approaches that create engaging learning environments beyond the traditional classroom.

1. ICT: Why Using Avatars in the
Classroom.

2. “look beyond the classroom walls and
see what awaits our students”

3. ICT: Why Using Avatars in the
Classroom.
 1. The problem
 2. ICT in education

4. 1. The problem

5. The problem
 Boring and old fashioned English classes
 Teachers’ negative attitude towards technology
 Too controlled activities
 Students’ shyness
 New technological generation

6. 2. ICT in education

7. Technological
ICT in education
Resources

8. Technological
Resources Avatars

9. Avatar

10. Fictional and personalized
character
Give
Express
Introduce
Convey
Design
& Tell

11. Avatars Voki

12. Voki

13. Motivate
Improve
Introduce
Explore
Inspire

14. Conclusions
 Many reasons can justify the use of new
technological means.
 The main benefit when using Avatars or
especifically a Voki is the creation and desing of
new learning environments.

15. Through technology: “Educate,
Engage and Enjoy!”

16. QUESTIONS?