This document discusses using polling and chat tools in the foreign language classroom to promote student participation. The author conducted a pedagogical experiment using Adobe Connect Pro in an advanced English grammar and translation course. Polling and chat allowed for widespread student involvement and feedback. Both students and teachers found the tools engaging and efficient. Challenges included blending oral and written communication, managing large chat texts, and limitations of computer labs for discussion. Overall, polling and chat can create an interactive learning environment that accommodates different styles while improving understanding between students and teachers.