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The document discusses the potential applications of educational technology in five areas: using internet text materials, available technologies like email and social media, using technology to teach grammar, using technology for communicative language teaching, and the advantages and disadvantages of using technology for language learning. Technologies like text readers, word prediction software, and digital dictionaries can help students interact with and understand written text. Social media, blogs, and wikis allow for authentic learning activities. Grammar and vocabulary software provides automated feedback and practice opportunities. Technologies like Skype and video files allow for individualized listening practice and communicative language exchanges. While technology enables greater access and language exposure, costs, learning curves, and potential issues with online communication remain challenges.
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The document discusses virtual learning environments (VLEs) and compares features of three VLE platforms: Scribblar, Wimba Virtual Classroom, and WizIQ Virtual Classroom. Scribblar allows for real-time collaborative editing using a whiteboard, images, text chat and audio. Wimba Virtual Classroom enables live classes with audio, video, application sharing and content display. WizIQ Virtual Classroom provides synchronous learning with video, audio and text chat as well as recording and sharing of classes and presentations. The author argues these platforms can effectively support virtual learning for digital-age students.
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