Blended Learning in the Classroom - CATESOL Talk May 4, 2013
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I had the pleasure of giving a talk on using blended learning in the ESL classroom. We explored how to create blended learning materials (or curate them) and use the theories of behavioral change techniques to extend your teaching effectiveness.
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- 1. Using Online Blended Learning Tools to Enhance the ELL Experience CATESOL Northern Regional Conference May 4, 2013 Barbara Tassa, Co-Founder barbara@weblishpal.com twitter: @barbie_t or @weblishpal Skype: barbara.tassa
- 2. As an ESL/EFL Teacher, what is your job?
- 3. I’m here to make you successful.
- 4. 1 - Empathizing with ELLs 2- Behavioral Change Techniques 3 - Why blended learning (& how) 4 - Sourcing Content 5 - Using digital tools to create video courses 6 - Using WeblishPal In the Classroom 7 - Tips on growing your ESL thought-leadership Overview
- 5. Language learning involves CHANGES in BEHAVIOR
- 8. Watching a movie in English with 1st language subtitles (= adding salad to a single meal) Easy Difficult Delivering a speech in English (= forming long term healthy habits)
- 9. Behavior Change Techniques Abraham & Michie, 2008
- 10. Blended Learning? What is it... Where does it come in?
- 11. Blended learning is a practice of flipping the classroom - assigning lectures as homework and using class time discussions with teachers. It’s more effective than classroom or online only. http://www2.ed.gov/rschstat/eval/tech/evidence-based-practices/finalreport.pdf
- 12. Listening Easier More Difficult Writing Speaking Reading General order of difficulty in learning the 4 English skills.
- 13. Listening Easier More Difficult Writing Speaking Reading In the classroom, you will be constantly repeating similar topics over and over again... How can blended learning help?
- 14. Listening Easier More Difficult Writing Speaking Reading This is my favourite bakery! The carrot muffin is my favourite! Create one lesson, record it, and let students review the materials own their own time...
- 15. Behavior Change Techniques then works extremely well with blended learning Abraham & Michie, 2008 = Make lesson videos to leverage these behavioral change techniques for tasks that require repetition & which are difficult or stressful to learn in a group setting for your students learning English. = Track with Online tools
- 16. Reading Writing Listening Speaking Every English Skill Development Lesson Can Be Made Into Videos to Enhance In- and Out-of-Classroom Learning
- 17. ELLs
- 19. 3 Learner Categories Kids StudentsProfessionals
- 20. Business Communication Resumes, Cover letters Interviews
- 21. For Kids Fun activities Vocabulary Speaking Language progress
- 22. High School /University IELTS/ TOEFL Essays, Applications
- 24. So how do you make it work?
- 25. Creating a Course 1. Plan 2. Script 3. Record + Edit 4. Upload + Share Target Learner? Outcomes? Learner Environment? Prepare Outline, Contents, Media Caption Text Simple Language Record (Several Takes is Normal!) Check Audio, Video Quality Edit: Captions, Transitions, Zooms/Pans The simplest part! Go to weblishpal.com, log in, +create a course
- 26. Lesson Plans http://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/ teach-ielts/ielts-teaching-resources Actual Lessons www.khanacademy.org lynda.com Animation Tools www.goanimate.com
- 27. WeblishPal Classes - Asynchronous See it for yourself here: www.weblishpal.com/classes/detail/2892
- 29. Outline Example
- 30. Video Capture Software PC Brand Free Screen Capture Webcam Capture Editing URL Camtasia (TechSmith) 30 days/ $179 www.techsmith.com/ camtasia.html Screenpresso www.screenpresso.com/
- 31. Video Capture Software Brand Cost Screen Capture Webcam Capture Editing URL Camtasia (TechSmith) 30 days/ $99 www.techsmith.com/ camtasia.html iMovie $15 Go to the App Store Mac
- 32. Camtasia Screen-casting Example Record: Screen, Audio, Webcam Video Edit, add music, transitions, text on screen, etc
- 33. How to Upload a Class on WeblishPal 1. Log in (teacher account) 2. Click Classes > Create a Course 3. Next screen has the upload page 4. Then preview + publish + invite students!
- 36. The Anatomy of a Great Online Course Page Descriptive Title Use your title to specify & excite your prospective students Tags: Use searchable keywords to highlight the skills to be covered in the course Description: Provide a detailed learning plan/outline on your course page with learning outcomes. It will help students see if that’s right for them Modules: We love video classes, especially the interactive kind you can create with Camtasia software, but nearly any format can work. Upload as many as you need!
- 37. WeblishPal in the Classroom 1. Aggregate & share relevant content for your class (share page link via email, FB, twitter, etc) 2. Easy to organize 3. Saves time in lesson planning Your Course Page
- 38. Thought Leadership Create the materials that YOU want to see. Become your own publisher. Your Teaching Portfolio
- 39. Teaching Portfolio Anatomy Photo + Video Get in Touch Ratings & Reviews Credentials Sample Classes Social Connections
- 41. 1 - Empathizing with ELLs 2- Behavioral Change Techniques 3 - Why blended learning 4 - Creating your 1st Course 5 - Using digital tools 6 - Using WeblishPal In the Classroom 7 - Tips on growing your ESL thought-leadership What we’ve covered...
- 42. Next Steps... 1. Review the Resources 2. Start Creating Your Course 3. Share with us or a colleague for feedback 4. Post & Start Teaching! ...come say hello!
- 43. I hope you have questions :)
- 44. Thanks! Barbara Tassa, Co-Founder barbara@weblishpal.com twitter: @barbie_t or @weblishpal Skype: barbara.tassa Global ESL Engine for Teachers, Learners, and Content Providers to Teach, Learn, and Sell English Learning Materials