The NIFLAR project from 2009-2011 focused on designing computer-mediated communication (CMC) tasks to support foreign language acquisition and intercultural competence (ICC) training. The project delivered a framework for task design, collection of scenarios and tasks, and guides for teachers. It also included a 3D virtual learning environment (VLE) with different components for cultural exploration, simulations, and games. The goal was to develop pedagogical principles for blended CMC and ICC instruction for language teachers and learners.

1. NIFLAR Networked Interaction in Foreign Language Acquisition & Research EU project 2009 – 2011

2. Deliverables A framework for task design A collection of tasks and scenarios Guides for: Teachers, Teacher Educators & CMC research A 3D world & facilities for its future exploitation Dissemination website, Master theses, publications, conference presentations

4. FOCUS on: Taskdesign for CMC & ICC

6. Design principles for NIFLAR 3D-VLE Objectives for (student) teachers + L2 learners Pedagogical principles: Pedagogy re ICC-training & assessment Blended approach Teacher Ed.: competence development (experiential) Scalable

7. Open Simulator Platform VLE C O M P O N E N T S Reception / Exploratorium Game Space Simulation Space

8. Voice-enabled 3D World

9. Exploratorium for cultural info, encounters and events

10. Simulation Space for ICC-training & assessment

11. Game Space for cultural knowledge quests & games

12. niflar.ning.com

13. Thank you Any questions or Comments? Ton Koenraad TELLConsult www.niflar.eu niflar.ning.com