Technology In Modern Foreign Languages A Practitioners PerspectiveJosé Picardo
Originally published as a series of blog posts titled Technology in Modern Foreign Languages, this collection of articles explores how teachers are successfully incorporating the use of new technologies into their classroom practice with a focus on enhancing teaching and learning.
Technologies such as blogging, microblogging, web 2.0, wikis, sound recording and videoconferencing have all found their way into our classrooms and harnessing them effectively is at the heart of 21st century pedagogy.
Technology In Modern Foreign Languages A Practitioners PerspectiveJosé Picardo
Originally published as a series of blog posts titled Technology in Modern Foreign Languages, this collection of articles explores how teachers are successfully incorporating the use of new technologies into their classroom practice with a focus on enhancing teaching and learning.
Technologies such as blogging, microblogging, web 2.0, wikis, sound recording and videoconferencing have all found their way into our classrooms and harnessing them effectively is at the heart of 21st century pedagogy.
Presentation to Boston Public Schools Principals & Headmasters at the 2012 School Leader Institute on selecting technology tools to support diverse learning needs of students.
"Creating Next Generation Library Tours: Learning about the Newman Library through Portable Technologies" Discusses the creation of a new library tour for the Newman Library, Baruch College, CUNY. Tour incorporates peer-to-peer learning and portable technologies, all appealing to the millennial or tech savvy student. Although the library tour consists of a situational video on two students visiting the library and Captivate tutorials, freshmen (target audience for the project) were asked to participate in a contest to create a 90-second video sharing a useful library tip as inspired by the situational video. These student videos are indicative of what information about the library, its services and resources is relevant or deemed useful. Since students will be allowed to select individual tour components to view, this will also give us information on what information is relevant or useful to students. All tour components are loaded to a library account created in Youtube and are downloadable to portable devices, ideal for many students at an urban commuter college who lead busy lives often juggling school, work and home.
Presentation to Boston Public Schools Principals & Headmasters at the 2012 School Leader Institute on selecting technology tools to support diverse learning needs of students.
"Creating Next Generation Library Tours: Learning about the Newman Library through Portable Technologies" Discusses the creation of a new library tour for the Newman Library, Baruch College, CUNY. Tour incorporates peer-to-peer learning and portable technologies, all appealing to the millennial or tech savvy student. Although the library tour consists of a situational video on two students visiting the library and Captivate tutorials, freshmen (target audience for the project) were asked to participate in a contest to create a 90-second video sharing a useful library tip as inspired by the situational video. These student videos are indicative of what information about the library, its services and resources is relevant or deemed useful. Since students will be allowed to select individual tour components to view, this will also give us information on what information is relevant or useful to students. All tour components are loaded to a library account created in Youtube and are downloadable to portable devices, ideal for many students at an urban commuter college who lead busy lives often juggling school, work and home.
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Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
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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.
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It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
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.
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.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
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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.
2. Introduction to CALL
• Definition: the search for and study of applications of the
computer in language teaching and learning. ( Levy, 1991)
• Interdisciplinary in nature as it is based on philosophical and
psychological aspects of education, teaching approaches and
methods and artificial intelligence.
• It encompasses issues of material design, technology,
pedagogical theories and modes of instruction.
• Visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-
assisted_language_learning
3. Factors that determines the nature of CALL
• The language taught
• The language of instruction
• The language writing system
• The level of the language to be taught
• What is to be taught
• How it is to be taught
4. History of CALL
• Warschauer (1996) divided CALL into three phases
1.Behaviouristic CALL :conceived in 1950s and implemented in
the 1960s and 1970s
2. Communicative CALL: 1970s to 1980s
3. Integrative CALL : 1990 onwards embracing multimedia and
the internet.
http://slllc.ucalgary.ca/Brian/BibWarschauer.html
5. Behaviouristic CALL
• Drill and practice materials
• Computer presented stimulus and learner provided a response
• Computer analyses students input and gives feedback
• Allows students to proceed at their own pace and freeing up class
time for other activities
• Materials used in behaviouristic CALL: vocabulary drills, brief
grammar explanations and drills, and translation tests.
• A number of CALL tutoring systems were developed . Most
sophisticated one is PLATO system
6. Communicative CALL
• Focuses on language use rather than analysis of language.
• Allows originality and flexibility in students output
• Became more prominent with the arrival of PC
• Computer as tutor: Varieties of software developed to provide skill practice, but
in a non drill format which include courseware for paced reading, text
reconstruction, and language games.
• Computer as stimulus: stimulates students’ discussion, writing, or critical
thinking using specially designed programs such as SimCity, Sleuth, or Where in
the World is San Diego.
• Computer as tool: the programs do not necessarily provide any language
material at all, but rather empower the learner to use or understand language;
e.g. word processors, spelling and grammar checkers, desk-top publishing
programs, and concordancers.
7. Integrative CALL
• Developed out of communicative approach by integrating the
teaching of language skills into tasks or projects.
• A definitive shift from the use of the computer for drill and
tutorial purposes to a medium for extending education beyond the
classroom.
• Empowered by two important technological developments of the
90s_ multimedia computers and the internet.
• Can be differentiated into two types- Multimedia CALL and Web
based CALL
8. Multimedia CALL
• Refers to computer-based materials designed to be used on a
computer that can display and print text and high quality
graphics, play pre-recorded audio and video recordings.
• Exemplified today by the CD-ROM—allows a variety of media (text,
graphics, sound, animation, and video) to be accessed on single
machine.
• Authentic learning environment is created, since listening is
combined with visual clippings like real world.
• The variety of media make it natural to combine reading, writing,
speaking and listening in a single activity.
9. Materials used in multimedia CALL
• It is same as the standard PC with the following additions:
- A soundcard
- Speakers or headphones
- A microphone
- A CD-ROM (orDVD-ROM)
• Examples: Cambridge advanced learner dictionaries; Engphonics-
English pronunciation and spelling courseware etc.
10. Work for you
• People involved in multimedia CALL
• Pros and cons of multimedia CALL
11. People involved in multimedia CALL
• A subject specialist
• A programmer
• A graphic designer
• A professional photographer
• A sound engineer
• A video technician
• An instructional engineer
• Obviously learners
12. Pros and cons of multimedia CALL
• PROS…..
• Provide interaction, communicative activities, and real audience
• Supply comprehensible input
• Support development of cognitive abilities
• Utilize task based and problem solving activities
• Provide sheltering techniques to support language and academic development
• Student centred and promote student autonomy
• Facilitate focused development of English language skills
• Use multiple modalities to support various learning styles and strategies
• Support collaborative learning
• Meet affective needs of students
• Foster understanding and appreciations of target and native cultures
• Provide appropriate feedback and assessment
13. Pros and cons of multimedia CALL….
• CONS……
• More interested in control rather than guidance
• There is a danger of relying too much on the computer
• Feedbacks may not be helpful
• Non standard and irrelevant materials
• Demands more technologically efficient instructors or designers
• Expensive
• Sometimes affect face to face teaching
14. Web based CALL
• Web platforms used in this CALL
• Students can search through millions of files around the world within minutes to
locate and access authentic materials
• Students can use web to publish their texts or multimedia materials
• www- world wide web
• Wikis
• Teacher tube
• Blogs etc.
• CMC- computer mediated communication- emails, social networking sites, chat
apps etc.
• Web 2.0 elt applications
15. Role of technology in learner centred
learning
• Online course- management systems, such as Blackboard and Moodle,
provide means for communication and tools for students to access even
outside of their classroom time.
• Through Online discussions, social networking, and course management
systems students can reach out each other to study or partner up on
projects.
• Before exams or during holiday breaks teacher can post inspirational
messages or praise students on their achievements.
• It makes students more responsible towards their studies.
• According to researches human being can remember things for longer
which are visible and audible , hence technology enhances the long term
memory.
16. Uses of CALL in ELT
• Drill and practice: true false; paired associates (matching); sentence
completion; multiple choice; part identification; short-answer questions.
• Tutor: text graphics; animations; video; slides
• Simulation/problem solving: foster analysis; discussion; writing
activities; critical thinking
• Game: create pleasurable learning environment; motivate language
learners
• Tools for language learners and teachers
• Applications of internet for ELT
17. Television in language teaching
• Watching Television , particularly the B.B.C.World services, C.N.N., The
Discovery Channel, and The National Geographic Channel as all these use
standard English is beneficial.
• Watching T.V. develops the aural-oral skills and developing the aural-oral
skill is an essential pre-requisite for learning the graphic-motor skills
• Useful in learning the grammar and overcoming the pull of the mother
tongue.
• Learning become more interesting
• Teachers can use it for enjoyable learning environment
• Could also teach literature through comics, cartoons etc.
• Helpful in classroom discussions, reflective writings
18. Video in language teaching
• Benefits
- Facilitating thinking and problem solving
- Video brings the outside world into the classroom
- Inspiring and engaging students
- Authentic learning opportunities
- A great source of information
- Provides stimulus for classroom activities
- Provides a good model for learner output
19. Video in language teaching
• Engagement. Get students excited and primed for the coming lesson objective
or topic. Video works like a charm. What about this one for teaching about
animals?
• 2. A writing prompt. Short videos are great material for the age old remark of
students – “Teacher, I have nothing to write about.” It guides them and they can
write about the story or content of the video.
• Sending video email. Trouble getting students to speak in class? Well, they
won’t hesitate to turn on their cam and send emails to their friends, in English!
It’s easy and just use this handy, safe Video email page.
• And so many other uses, how are you going to use it
• Visit http://community.eflclassroom.com/profiles/blogs/50-ways-to-use-video-
in-the-classroom
20. Digital English language labs
• The language lab is an audio or audio-visual installation used as an aid in modern language
teaching through listening and speaking
• Digital teaching-learning resources for teachers and students
• Platforms to provide students with an opportunity to practice at:
- their pace
-their space
- their needs
• Teacher can use them to give every student individual attention, even in a large group
settings
• What used to be most boring part of a language class can now be a fresh and engaging change
from the norm.
• Modern labs have excellent modern English and ESL learning content, and most allow you to
add and adapt your own content.
21. Digital English language labs
• Some examples of service providers
FluentU
K-Van Solutions
ODLL
Words Worth
SANSSpace
OpenSim etc.