This document discusses how technology can benefit English language learning in several ways. It outlines how technology provides low-cost exposure to authentic English materials and language contexts in a non-threatening way. It also explores how technology can help with vocabulary, pronunciation, writing, and developing learner autonomy. The document examines different technologies, software, and how they support multi-sensory learning and repeated exposure to texts. Finally, it notes some potential problems with overusing technology or security issues.
Technology and English Learners: A New Language, or Universal?kristinlems
presentation by Kristin Lems and Jason Stegemoller, professors at National Louis University, at the 2014 STEMTech conference in Denver, Colorado organized by theleague.org.
Technology and English Learners: A New Language, or Universal?kristinlems
presentation by Kristin Lems and Jason Stegemoller, professors at National Louis University, at the 2014 STEMTech conference in Denver, Colorado organized by theleague.org.
Computer Assisted Language Learning
an approach to language teaching and learning in which computer technology is used as an aid to the presentation, reinforcement and assessment of material to be learned, usually including a substantial interactive element.
Around since the 1960s
One arm of Applied Linguistics
Has been gaining in popularity in the past 10
years.
Does technology enhance learning rentonLucy Renton
slides and notes from a presentation at the Institute of Contemporary Arts in March 2014 as part of a one day seminar (http://adri.mdx.ac.uk.contentcurator.net/middlesex-ica-symposium-march2014 ) responding to a concurrent exhibition of the Artist Richard Hamilton, and his involvement with the Independent group and Art and Design Pedagogy
I was an invited speaker on the Technology and Innovation panel
Computer Assisted Language Learning
an approach to language teaching and learning in which computer technology is used as an aid to the presentation, reinforcement and assessment of material to be learned, usually including a substantial interactive element.
Around since the 1960s
One arm of Applied Linguistics
Has been gaining in popularity in the past 10
years.
Does technology enhance learning rentonLucy Renton
slides and notes from a presentation at the Institute of Contemporary Arts in March 2014 as part of a one day seminar (http://adri.mdx.ac.uk.contentcurator.net/middlesex-ica-symposium-march2014 ) responding to a concurrent exhibition of the Artist Richard Hamilton, and his involvement with the Independent group and Art and Design Pedagogy
I was an invited speaker on the Technology and Innovation panel
Content Objectives outline specific learning targets in a lesson,
but those who work with ELLs should also have Language
Objectives for students to develop the four domains of language.
Let’s look at how two simple apps – Skitch and ShowMe – can
help students create content practicing their academic and
conversational language skills.
This video outlines some of the best ways to use technology in the ESL classroom. It explains the flipped classroom and a variety of ways to bring the classroom to life with technology.
Key Principles & Digital Tools for ELL Instruction Martin Cisneros
Are your ELL students ready for the CCSS & assessments? Explore a set of key principles & the various digital resources to support ELLs in meeting the Common Core State Standards.
This presentation explores some of the issues and problems in the use of technology in teaching English and language arts, as well as strategies to make the use of technology in the classroom more effective.
2. Why Technology?
Exposes learning language
environment with low cost
Responds to individuals’
needs
Offers non-threatening
learning atmosphere
Provides authentic materials
3. Understanding the needs of language
learners
Vocabulary development
Improved pronunciation
Exposure to authentic writing
Attention to phrasing and punctuations
4. Understanding the needs of language
learners
Multi-sensory learning
Development of autonomy as a learner
Improvement of conversational competence
Exposure to cultural contexts
6. Beneficial Software
Tutorial programs
Videoconferencing
Electronic interactive
storybooks
Learning games
Microsoft Office
7. Beneficial Software
Podcasts
Radio Broadcasts
Translation programs
Drill-and-practice
programs
Simulations
Internet software
8. Technological features
and learners’ skills
Multi-sensory support
Opportunities to hear authentic texts across all
subject areas
Pronunciation and vocabulary instruction
Fluency training
9. Technological features
and learners’ skills
Multiple exposures to the same
text
Note-taking features improving
comprehension
Writing and proofreading
Independent access to materials
10. Problems from using
technology
Technology overuse
and misuses
Malware
Viruses
Spyware
Spam
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