The document discusses different stages of language learning programs from basic self-study materials to more advanced personalized programs utilizing telephone tutors, internet resources, and virtual learning environments. It notes that while early stages can be effective, advanced stages that include real-time human interaction are better suited to the needs of most language learners. The document proposes adding telephone tutoring to existing programs to overcome disadvantages of lack of human contact in online-only learning.

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2. Natural learning School learning
Didactics
Learning happens both naturally by speaking and listening as
well as through written expression.
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3. A course is more than Material Here at Backuplines,
just the material, it is we like to be in the
the exchange of middle of everything.
knowledge, very often
through practice.
Students Teachers
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4. Once students are no longer complete beginners they fall into a
Special Learning Framework which requires a diverse approach
which may be better served by direct interaction.
 Special
 Learning
 Framework
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5. Your learners are looking for the next step, what can we offer you so that you can help them?
With Back Up Line learners will be able :
• To study using the most current and state-of-the-art methodologies,
according to the student’s previous knowledge
• To combine studying and working with other leisure or social activities
• To devise your own study plan with personal assessment to make
the most of your efforts
• To maximise your investment, learn the desired language and maintain it.
We share many of the same advantages, but let us
share our vision of how courses develop.
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6. Without Telephone Tutor or With Telephone Tutor but without
Internet support Internet Support
Special Courses
With Tutor and Internet Support Complete Virtual Campus
Virtual Classrooms
Language Excursions
Telephone Courses
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7. Stage 1 represents the most basic learning program, one which does
not include a telephone tutor or internet support. Although this program
can be effective, it lacks the real life personal communication that
language learners require, and in most cases are prepared to pay a bit
more for.
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8. Stage 2: Software with Telephone Tutor
Stage 2 is a marked improvement over Stage 1 as it provides a team of
live instructors, to provide learners with the tools to use the language for
genuine communication. Tutors create speaking opportunities, give
guidance, and assess the learners’ progress.
*Yet, Stage 2 still does not offer any kind of internet support framework.
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9. Stage 3: Software with Tutor and Internet Support
Stage 3 combines the advantages of having a Tutor with the additional
support of internet resources. These resources may include online
campuses, translation assistance, online libraries, correction of
assignments by instructors, and much more.
This format has been successfully adopted by several learning program
providers worldwide, some of whom we currently work with.
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10. Stage 4: Special Courses
Stage 4 can be considered an additional phase of expansion. At this
point your organisation is able to move beyond general course material
to provide something special and tailor made…
Some examples could be:
•Complete virtual campus with a full team of support staff available
globally using VOIP and online classes.
•Virtual courses involving a totally virtual learning environment and
instructors who are Avatars interacting with Avatar students in a new
Internet world.
•Language excursions that drop learners into an immersive
environment, be it for a weekend or just lunch.
•Courses carried out completely by telephone or online.
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11. Advantages of Online studies
As you probably know, web-based learning has distinct advantages:
•Access is available anytime, anywhere, around the globe. Students have
access to a potentially huge library of training material and information.
•Per-student equipment costs are affordable. Almost any computer today
equipped with Adsl and soundcard can provide global Skype connection.
•Student tracking is made easy. Because students complete their training
while they are connected to the network.
•Possible "learning object" architecture supports on demand,
personalized learning. With CD-ROM training, students have access only to
the information that can be held by one CD-ROM.
Kevin Kruse-Writer, E-LearningGuru.com
For these reasons your organisation has already moved towards a more
digital formats…but what about the disadvantages?
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12. The Disadvantage
“The real disadvantage to web-based learning when compared to live
instruction, and mind you, it will be overcome in the next five to ten
years as high bandwidth network connections become as common as
telephones, the real disadvantage is the lack of human contact,
which greatly impacts learning, especially a second language.
Web-based learning is helpful, and an improvement over CD-ROM
learning, though it still doesn't have the impact of a live instructor. With
higher speed connections and improved conferencing software, one day
students around the world will be able to communicate in real time with
each other through full-screen video. “
Kevin Kruse-Writer, E-LearningGuru.com
That time is now! With the relatively low cost of telecommunications
today and VOIP programs such as Skype, with a minimal investment,
we can add value to your product and offer your students exactly what
they are missing.
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13.  Our new method allows for practicing conversations with over 25 different
“Speakers”.
 A variety of people from different cultural backgrounds help students with Learning by
Doing methodology to understand accents, expressions and manners that will improve
their communication skills.
 Our “Speakers” are professionals with experience in different businesses:
• medicine
• engineering,
• teaching,
• chemistry,
• ICT technology, etc.
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14. Our organisation is growing and we want to be your partner. We have the knowledge and
vision to grow your brand, improve your product, and “Back You Up” with our services.
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15. “To harvest within a year, sow seeds.
To harvest within a decade, plant trees
To harvest lifelong, educate and train
people .”
Chinese proverb: Guanzi (c.645BC)
E-learning = LifeLong
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