Presentation given at CERLIS 2011, Genre variation in English academic communication: Emerging trends and disciplinary insights, 23-25 June, 2011, Bergamo, Italy.
Target language interaction at the IWB (EuroCALL)Shona Whyte
Background on iTILT project on IWB for foreign language teaching (http://itilt.eu) and follow-up work on actual interactional opportunities for learners in IWB-mediated activities
This presentation draws on a course in English for Science at a university in Hong Kong, and describes the process of curriculum and syllabus design for that course, including a needs analysis and action research into new literacies and English for Specific Purposes.
Second language interaction with interactive technologies: the IWB in state s...cutrimschmid
Whyte, Shona; Cutrim Schmid, Euline & Beauchamp, Gary (2014): Second language interaction with interactive technologies: the IWB in state school foreign language classrooms. Paper presented at the AILA conference, Brisbane, Australia, August 2014.
El Aprendizaje en Pares y Proyecto (PPL) es un modelo interactivo de aprendizaje centrado en el estudiante, que puede ser fácilmente adoptado por cualquier instructor que quiera cambiar su rol clásico de entregar información a sus estudiantes, a un modelo donde su rol principal es administrar un conjunto completo de instrucciones. PPL se diseña para cumplir los objetivos de STEM y está constituido de dos partes fundamentales; de aprendizaje en pares en el aula y de aprendizaje basado en proyecto en el laboratorio. En PPL, los estudiantes toman un papel activo para construir su conocimiento científico, los que van desde la Lectura Previa a la Clase, Preguntas Conceptuales en la Instrucción en Pares, Trabajo en equipo para la solución de Problemas, Desarrollo y Presentación del Proyecto.
Peer Project Learning (PPL)
Is an interactive student-centered curriculum, which can be easily adopted by any instructors who want to change their roles from delivering information to managing a complete set of instructions. PPL is designed to meet the goals of STEM, and consists of Peer Learning in the classroom and Project Learning in the lab. In PPL, students take an active role to build up their scientific knowledge through the pre-class reading, conceptual questions in Peer Instruction, team problem solving, development and presentation of project.
Fascination is a project for design students, developed jointly by the Technical University of Catalonia
(UPC) and the University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), which works with two groups of students,
one group of participants in Spain and another group in Thailand where, hands-on activities, a range
of technologies are used to prepare students for the lessons, through learning activities and content.
This research paper presents the test of both a general model and a tool for measuring the
participants’ experiences in a course that uses a blended learning methodology, with the aim of
collecting empirical evidence to justify the effort of applying this methodology, based on the
participants’ satisfaction. The procedure used in the conceptualization of the survey, the generation of
topics, the collection of data, and the validation of the scale of various items are described here. The
information, provided by the 26 people surveyed about the course and the virtual environment that
was used, was analyzed to measure their perceptions and explore possible relations. Finally the
conclusions of the research and the future work are presented.
Target language interaction at the IWB (EuroCALL)Shona Whyte
Background on iTILT project on IWB for foreign language teaching (http://itilt.eu) and follow-up work on actual interactional opportunities for learners in IWB-mediated activities
This presentation draws on a course in English for Science at a university in Hong Kong, and describes the process of curriculum and syllabus design for that course, including a needs analysis and action research into new literacies and English for Specific Purposes.
Second language interaction with interactive technologies: the IWB in state s...cutrimschmid
Whyte, Shona; Cutrim Schmid, Euline & Beauchamp, Gary (2014): Second language interaction with interactive technologies: the IWB in state school foreign language classrooms. Paper presented at the AILA conference, Brisbane, Australia, August 2014.
El Aprendizaje en Pares y Proyecto (PPL) es un modelo interactivo de aprendizaje centrado en el estudiante, que puede ser fácilmente adoptado por cualquier instructor que quiera cambiar su rol clásico de entregar información a sus estudiantes, a un modelo donde su rol principal es administrar un conjunto completo de instrucciones. PPL se diseña para cumplir los objetivos de STEM y está constituido de dos partes fundamentales; de aprendizaje en pares en el aula y de aprendizaje basado en proyecto en el laboratorio. En PPL, los estudiantes toman un papel activo para construir su conocimiento científico, los que van desde la Lectura Previa a la Clase, Preguntas Conceptuales en la Instrucción en Pares, Trabajo en equipo para la solución de Problemas, Desarrollo y Presentación del Proyecto.
Peer Project Learning (PPL)
Is an interactive student-centered curriculum, which can be easily adopted by any instructors who want to change their roles from delivering information to managing a complete set of instructions. PPL is designed to meet the goals of STEM, and consists of Peer Learning in the classroom and Project Learning in the lab. In PPL, students take an active role to build up their scientific knowledge through the pre-class reading, conceptual questions in Peer Instruction, team problem solving, development and presentation of project.
Fascination is a project for design students, developed jointly by the Technical University of Catalonia
(UPC) and the University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), which works with two groups of students,
one group of participants in Spain and another group in Thailand where, hands-on activities, a range
of technologies are used to prepare students for the lessons, through learning activities and content.
This research paper presents the test of both a general model and a tool for measuring the
participants’ experiences in a course that uses a blended learning methodology, with the aim of
collecting empirical evidence to justify the effort of applying this methodology, based on the
participants’ satisfaction. The procedure used in the conceptualization of the survey, the generation of
topics, the collection of data, and the validation of the scale of various items are described here. The
information, provided by the 26 people surveyed about the course and the virtual environment that
was used, was analyzed to measure their perceptions and explore possible relations. Finally the
conclusions of the research and the future work are presented.
The main objective of this study is to explore how podcasting can be implemented in teaching English as a Second Language as a supportive technological tool and thus contribute to the development of positive attitudes and beliefs of the learners. To this aim, the field experiment research was conducted. The study was carried out in a total of 28 pupils of the first grade of high school at an educational institution on Rhodes, Greece in February 2018. The students were assigned into the experimental group (15 students) and the control group (13 students). The results of the research have shown a positive change in students’ attitudes and beliefs, though no statistically significant difference has arisen regarding the students’ interest in the course, their self-confidence in English, the role of gender in learning English and the difficulties students come across when studying English. Similarly, no significant change has occurred regarding the usefulness of English, the importance of the English accent and the knowledge of another foreign language as a contributing factor to learning English more easily. Finally, a negative change was found regarding difficulties in oral communication in English.
Teachers' Beliefs and Attitudes towards Teaching Reading Comprehension to EFL...Abdeslam Badre, PhD
This is a presentation a comparative a study that compares experienced teachers' belief system and attitudes with less experienced teachers toward the teaching of Reading Comprehension in EFL context
The main objective of this study is to explore how podcasting can be implemented in teaching English as a Second Language as a supportive technological tool and thus contribute to the development of positive attitudes and beliefs of the learners. To this aim, the field experiment research was conducted. The study was carried out in a total of 28 pupils of the first grade of high school at an educational institution on Rhodes, Greece in February 2018. The students were assigned into the experimental group (15 students) and the control group (13 students). The results of the research have shown a positive change in students’ attitudes and beliefs, though no statistically significant difference has arisen regarding the students’ interest in the course, their self-confidence in English, the role of gender in learning English and the difficulties students come across when studying English. Similarly, no significant change has occurred regarding the usefulness of English, the importance of the English accent and the knowledge of another foreign language as a contributing factor to learning English more easily. Finally, a negative change was found regarding difficulties in oral communication in English.
Teachers' Beliefs and Attitudes towards Teaching Reading Comprehension to EFL...Abdeslam Badre, PhD
This is a presentation a comparative a study that compares experienced teachers' belief system and attitudes with less experienced teachers toward the teaching of Reading Comprehension in EFL context
Barriers faced by international students on understanding the spoken content ...decolonisingdmu
Anna LLewellyn-Smith, Harper Adams University
There is evidence to show that transnational students face barriers to understanding the spoken content of their lectures. A limited number of studies suggest changes that lecturers can make to mitigate the hurdles, but almost none capture suggestions from students themselves. Since transnational students bring many benefits to universities, there is a need to address low levels of comprehension. Through a mixed method approach the study aimed to determine the nature of perceived barriers, the role lecturers’ delivery style played in hindering comprehension, the role students’ own proficiency played and what changes in spoken delivery students themselves were seeking. The study concluded that lecturers can make a number of stand-alone modifications to delivery but that continual inter-department collaboration would also be beneficial. The study adds to our understanding of what modifications can be made from the students’ perspective.
This presentation was delivered at Reimagining Higher Education: journeys of decolonising at De Montfort University, Leicester, on Wednesday 8th November 2023.
Building Sustainability into an EAP CoursePeter Levrai
This is the PPT for our BC webinar on 17th November 2017 for our ELTons award winning course for university students based on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, Develop EAP. You can view the full webinar and PPT with hyperlinks here https://englishagenda.britishcouncil.org/continuing-professional-development/cpd-materials-writers/building-sustainability-eap-course
This project aims to help students to improve their writing skill through the use of the internet. EFL teachers will be able to use this project guidelines in order to get the best they can from their students.
English-Medium Content Courses: Student Approaches and Strategies to Increase Comprehension Levels .......... 1
Darrell Wilkinson
The Realities of Reconstitution: A High School‟s Tale ................................................................................................... 17
Todd Cherner
Introducing Productive Pedagogies to Nigerian Mathematics Classroom through Collaborative Action Research
Using a Community of Practice Approach........................................................................................................................ 41
Dr. Iliya Joseph Bature, James Jonah Jackson, Aramide Kemi, Danladi Remkyes Shol and Nengak Sabo
Blended VS On-Campus Learning: A Study of Exam Results in the Bachelor Degree in Nursing............................ 59
Bjørg F. Oftedal, Kristin H. Urstad, Venche Hvidsten and Brynjar Foss
Dealing with Mixed-language Abilities in an English-Medium University Content Course .................................... 69
Natalie Close
Supporting Cooperative Learning with Technological Tools ......................................................................................... 78
Asst. Prof. Dr. Ayşe Derya IŞIK and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gizem SAYGILI
Video Annotation for Effective Feedback and Reflection on Micro-Lessons in a Collaborative Blended Learning
Environment to Promote SelfDirected Learning Skills .................................................................................................... 88
C.P. van der Westhuizen
Application of Contextual Learning to Improve Critical Thinking Ability of Students in Biology Teaching and
Learning Strategies Class .................................................................................................................................................. 109
Hasruddin, Muhammad Yusuf Nasution and Salwa Rezeqi
Running head ELL CLASSROOM OBSERVATION16ELL CLASSROOM OBSE.docxsusanschei
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ELL CLASSROOM OBSERVATION
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Grand Canyon University: ESL 533
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The Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP)
Observer:
Date:
Grade:
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Total Points Possible: (Subtract 4 points for each NA given) _____
Total Points Earned: _____ Percentage Score: _____
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Preparation
1. Content objectives clearly defined, displayed, and reviewed with students
2. Language Objectives clearly defined, displayed and reviewed with students
3. Content concepts appropriate for age and educational background level of students
4. Supplementary materials used to a high degree, making the lesson clear and meaningful (e.g., computer programs, graphs, models, visuals)
5. Adaptation of content (e.g., text, assignment) to all levels of student proficiency
6. Meaningful activities that integrate lesson concepts (e.g., surveys, letter writing, simulations, constructing models) with language practice opportunities for reading, writing, listening, and/or speaking
Comments:
Building Background
7. Concepts explicitly linked to students’ background experiences
8. Links explicitly made between past learning and new concepts
9. Key vocabulary emphasized (e.g., introduced, written, repeated, and highlighted for students to see)
Comments:
Comprehensible Input
10. Speech appropriate for students’ proficiency level (e.g., slower rate, enunciation, and simple sentence structure for beginners)
11. Clear explanation of academic tasks
12. A variety of techniques used to make content concepts clear (e.g., modeling, visuals, hands-on activities, demonstrations, gestures, body language)
Comments:
Strategies
13. Ample opportunities provided for students to use learning strategies
14. Scaffolding techniques consistently used assisting and supporting student understanding (e.g., think-alouds)
15. A variety of questions or tasks that promote higher-order thinking skills (e.g., literal, analytical, and interpretive questions)
Comments:
Interaction
16. Frequent opportunities for interaction and discussion between teacher/student and among students, which encourage elaborated responses about lesson concepts
17. Grouping configuration support language and content objectives of the lesson
18. Sufficient wait time for student responses consistently provided
19. Ample opportunities for students to clarify key concepts in L1 as needed with aide, peer, or L1 text
Comments:
Practice & Application
20. Hands-one materials and/or manipulatives provided for students to practice using new content knowledge
21. Activities provided for students to apply content and language knowledge in the classroom
22. Activities integrate all language skills (i.e., readi ...
'Powerful' and 'powerless' language in oral advocacy at law schoolcahafner
A presentation given at IPra 2019 - the biennial meeting of the International Pragmatics Association - held at the Polytechnic University of Hong Kong.
Learning the Language of the Law, 2016: The art and science of advocacycahafner
A conference presentation given at the 'Legal English in Hong Kong' Symposium: 'Learning the language of the law: An interdisciplinary symposium for legal and language practioners' held on Dec 2, 2016
Learning the Language of the Law, 2016: Promoting effective legal communicationcahafner
A conference presentation given at the 'Legal English in Hong Kong' Symposium: 'Learning the language of the law: An interdisciplinary symposium for legal and language practioners' held on Dec 2, 2016
CUHK 2016 An interdisciplinary project to develop a digital multimedia resour...cahafner
This is a presentation given at the Conference on Teaching and Learning in Law held at the Chinese University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Law in June 2016
CRILL 2016: Spoken interaction in an academic legal context: The discourse of...cahafner
This is a presentation given at the Law, Language and Communication conference organized by the Centre for Research in Language and Law (Naples 2) and held in Caserta in May 2016.
AILA Creating spaces for autonomous learning in an EST coursecahafner
A presentation given at the 17th World Congress of the International Association of Applied Linguistics. The presentation describes a project-based course design for a course in English for Science and Technology at a university in Hong Kong. In particular, it examines some of the opportunities for autonomous learning created through this design.
Digital literacies: The future of course design in English for Science and Te...cahafner
This is a presentation that was given at the joint conference held at Polytechnic University, Hong Kong in December 2012: The 1st International Conference of the Chinese Association for ESP & The 4th International Conference on ESP in Asia.
Code switching between peers in a project-based English for science course at...cahafner
This is a presentation that was given at The 18th Annual Conference of the International Association for World Englishes, held in Hong Kong and Guangzhou, China.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
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2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
The Art Pastor's Guide to Sabbath | Steve ThomasonSteve Thomason
What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
23. Outcome Initial student evaluation 1 AVG SD D N A SA Q10. The skills I learned by doing the video project are useful for my studies 3.49 0% 10% 41% 39% 10% Q11. The skills I learned by doing the video project are useful to my career 3.36 0% 14% 44% 36% 7% Q12. The skills I learned by doing the video project are useful to me personally 3.78 0% 5% 20% 66% 8% Q13. The skills I learned by doing the video project are relevant to my major subject 2.88 3% 25% 51% 20% 0%
24. Initial student evaluation 2 AVG SD D N A SA Q18. As a result of doing the video project I have improved my English language skills 3.34 0% 10% 47% 41% 2% Q19. As a result of doing the video project I have improved my English research skills 3.66 0% 8% 19% 71% 2% Q20. As a result of doing the video project I have improved my English reading skills 3.31 2% 10% 44% 44% 0% Q21. As a result of doing the video project I have improved my English writing skills 3.41 0% 7% 49% 41% 3% Q22. As a result of doing the video project I have improved my English presentation skills 3.81 0% 2% 25% 63% 10% Q23. As a result of doing the video project I have improved my English listening skills 3.44 0% 14% 36% 44% 7%
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Mention something about the project being Task-based
I should show them an example English for Science Project prompt here (Blind as a bat) and perhaps some of the student work, for example the lab reports and the scientific documentaries
Create, share and discuss a multimedia documentary which presents the theory, method and findings of a quasi-experiment, and makes effective use of verbal and non-verbal delivery techniques; Collaboratively evaluate the process and procedure of creating a documentary, and provide peer feedback on the collaborative aspects of the process; Write a reflective report based on their experiences of preparing the documentary and their in-class discussions about it.
A description of your topic of exploration, your aims and your hypothesis An introduction with some background theory, and relevant diagrams if necessary Details of the procedure used, photographs or other multimedia presentation of the materials and set-up Explanation of your results, with tables and charts A discussion of your results, comparing your results to your hypothesized results, and explaining sources of error A brief conclusion Any other relevant material needed to better understand your experiment and results
Immersion in situated practice: Practice in authentic communicative situation is required for students to learn how to collaborate…and critically evaluate information…such authentic situations can give students the opportunity to develop new technological literacies in meaningful contexts. Overt instruction: Students need the opportunities to step back under the guidence, organization, pragmatics, syntax and lexis of communication. Critical framing: making effective use of information found in online networks, necessitates a high degree of critical interpretation…to help students learn to critically interpret information and communication in a given social context. Transformed practice: involves working toward higher quality outcomes within particular contexts and applying what has been learned in new social and cultural contexts.