Presentation on how language learners use Twitter, the user profile and their beliefs about Twitter as a tool to learn languages and cultural information.
Presentation on how language learners use Twitter, the user profile and their beliefs about Twitter as a tool to learn languages and cultural information.
Discussing about information architecture for language learning: apps and str...Flavio Nazario
This study analyzes the structure of Information Architecture and the layers of the user experience of the apps for learning language, outlining its techniques and strategies used in order to engage users, thus contributing to a better understanding of how these apps work and how the design principles and practices could be useful in distance education.
Readspeaker Automatic Sync webinar for BrightspaceD2L Barry
It takes an Ecosystem: How Brightspace and our partners are making education accessible to every learner. March 15, 2016, with Sheri Hutchinson of Readspeaker and Art Morgan of Automatic Sync Technologies.
"Social networking and gaming capacities of OER": Output 3 slidesExplOERer
"Social networking and gaming capacities of OER" is the set of activities (or Output) number 3 of the European project ExplOERer. Presenter: Katerina Zourou
Snowplow at the heart of Busuu's data & analytics infrastructureGiuseppe Gaviani
Presented at Snowplow London Meetup, 8 February 2017
Bruce Pannaman, data scientist at Busuu, talked about why they are using Snowplow to validate and enrich data, enable one source of truth across different data sources, cope with peaks and troughs in the data stream, and easily integrate with third party systems such as Intercom, a customer messaging platform. One of Busuu’s future projects is to load multiple A/B tests into the apps and monitor their results in real time.
Bueno, bonito y gratuito: recursos educativos abiertos en el aula de lenguas...Victoria Castrillejo
En nuestros días la tecnología hace posible la creación y adaptación de materiales auténticos y didácticos con gran facilidad. Con móviles y tabletas podemos personalizar fragmentos de textos, imágenes o películas y conferirles un nuevo significado. ¿Qué necesitan saber los profesores para reutilizar, crear y adaptar materiales digitales sin violar los derechos de autor? ¿Dónde pueden encontrar material educativo gratuito y legal? En esta ponencia presentaremos iniciativas y proyectos en el ámbito de las prácticas educativas abiertas y probaremos estrategias para encontrar de forma rápida y eficaz recursos educativos abiertos para nuestras clases.
¿Qué son los recursos educativos abiertos? Los recursos educativos abiertos como “materia prima” para materiales propios:
Repositorios de textos
Repositorios de imágenes
Repositorios de audio
Repositorios de vídeo
Colecciones específicas de material para lenguas extranjeras
Unidades didácticas y cursos completos con licencias abiertas
Discussing about information architecture for language learning: apps and str...Flavio Nazario
This study analyzes the structure of Information Architecture and the layers of the user experience of the apps for learning language, outlining its techniques and strategies used in order to engage users, thus contributing to a better understanding of how these apps work and how the design principles and practices could be useful in distance education.
Readspeaker Automatic Sync webinar for BrightspaceD2L Barry
It takes an Ecosystem: How Brightspace and our partners are making education accessible to every learner. March 15, 2016, with Sheri Hutchinson of Readspeaker and Art Morgan of Automatic Sync Technologies.
"Social networking and gaming capacities of OER": Output 3 slidesExplOERer
"Social networking and gaming capacities of OER" is the set of activities (or Output) number 3 of the European project ExplOERer. Presenter: Katerina Zourou
Snowplow at the heart of Busuu's data & analytics infrastructureGiuseppe Gaviani
Presented at Snowplow London Meetup, 8 February 2017
Bruce Pannaman, data scientist at Busuu, talked about why they are using Snowplow to validate and enrich data, enable one source of truth across different data sources, cope with peaks and troughs in the data stream, and easily integrate with third party systems such as Intercom, a customer messaging platform. One of Busuu’s future projects is to load multiple A/B tests into the apps and monitor their results in real time.
Bueno, bonito y gratuito: recursos educativos abiertos en el aula de lenguas...Victoria Castrillejo
En nuestros días la tecnología hace posible la creación y adaptación de materiales auténticos y didácticos con gran facilidad. Con móviles y tabletas podemos personalizar fragmentos de textos, imágenes o películas y conferirles un nuevo significado. ¿Qué necesitan saber los profesores para reutilizar, crear y adaptar materiales digitales sin violar los derechos de autor? ¿Dónde pueden encontrar material educativo gratuito y legal? En esta ponencia presentaremos iniciativas y proyectos en el ámbito de las prácticas educativas abiertas y probaremos estrategias para encontrar de forma rápida y eficaz recursos educativos abiertos para nuestras clases.
¿Qué son los recursos educativos abiertos? Los recursos educativos abiertos como “materia prima” para materiales propios:
Repositorios de textos
Repositorios de imágenes
Repositorios de audio
Repositorios de vídeo
Colecciones específicas de material para lenguas extranjeras
Unidades didácticas y cursos completos con licencias abiertas
I covered briefly busuu, the most popular language learning social network from a perspective of a user, with possible alternatives for further improvements.
Exploring Smartphone Applications for Effective Mobile-Assisted Language Lear...heyoungkim
Kim, H.,& Kwon, Y. (2012, June). "Exploring Smartphone Applications for Effective Mobile-Assisted Language Learning"
Paper presented at CACLIO 2012, University of Notredame, Indiana.
The presenters will introduce an overview of mobile learning and give participants the chance to explore teaching strategies, practices, and knowledge about new learning opportunities with mobile technologies (e.g., Edmodo, VoiceThread, Apps, etc.). Furthermore, we will introduce the ASSURE model to guide teachers to plan and deliver lessons that effectively integrate technology, media, and materials into classroom teaching (Shelly, Gunter, & Gunter, 2012). This model consists of a six-step instructional system design process: 1) Analyze learners; 2) State standards and objectives; 3) Select strategies, technology, media, and materials; 4) Utilize technology, media, and materials; 5) Require learner participation, and 6) Evaluate and revise (Smaldino, Lowther, Russell, & Mims, 2015). It is important that the model demonstrates how to select, use, and evaluate technology, media, and materials as important part of a systematic design process.
Designing and deploying mobile user studies in the wild: a practical guideKaren Church
This tutorial was presented as part of Mobile HCI 2012 in San Francisco on the 19th September 2012. The tutorial aims to provide a practical guide to conduct mobile field studies based on the learning outcomes of the research I've been involved in while working as a Research Scientist in Telefonica Research, Barcelona. I cover how to design effective mobile field studies, the importance of mobile prototyping, the impact of various design choices on the study setup and deployment, how to engage participants and how to avoid ethical and legal issues. I've also tried to include listings of useful resources for those who are interested in conducting mobile field studies of their own.
More details: http://mm2.tid.es/mhcitutorial/
Karen Church
Research Scientist
Telefonica Research
www.karenchurch.com
@karenchurch
M&M Project Dec12 Mobile Audience Response Apps in Medical EducationJames Petersen
Presentation about a project undertaken by James Petersen and Dr. Tod Aeby of the UHM School of Medicine to enhance engagement and participation by residents in the weekly Morbidity and Mortality Conference. The use of mobile audience response apps was added to the weekly conference with positive results
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.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Introduction to AI for Nonprofits with Tapp NetworkTechSoup
Dive into the world of AI! Experts Jon Hill and Tareq Monaur will guide you through AI's role in enhancing nonprofit websites and basic marketing strategies, making it easy to understand and apply.
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.
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!
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
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.
User evaluation of the busuu language learning app
1. User evaluation of the busuu
language learning app
Fernando Rosell-Aguilar
@FRosellAguilar
School of Languages and applied linguistics
The Open University
3. Apps for language learning
• New market since 2007 (iPhone) + iPad 2010
• “Game changer” (Goodwin-Jones, 2001)
– Functionalities
– Competitors followed (Android, Windows...)
• 100 billion apps downloaded by 2015
• Potential for ubiquitous learning opportunities, ease of
use, collaborative potential, content access, productivity
(Murphy, 2011)
• Fits with constructivism; use of authentic materials;
informal and lifelong learning; learning objects; CALL;
MALL theories and practices of just in time teaching.
4. Apps for language learning
• “Super powers” (Sweeney & Moore, 2012)
– Screen size
– touch screen
– enhanced text entry
– high-quality image, audio and video playback, recording, editing and
sharing
– voice recognition
– storage
– Fast connectivity
– Geolocation
– Bluetooth connection
(Goodwin-Jones, 2011)
5. Apps for language learning
• Research:
Wide ownership, enjoyable (Khaddage & Latemann,
2013)
Some indications of language learning improvement:
– Reading (McLanahan et al, 2012; Harmon, 2012)
– Listening (Lys, 2013, Kim, 2013)
– Vocabulary (Yildiz, 2012)
– Verb conjugation (Castañeda & Cho, 2013)
– Character writing (Shinagawa, 2014, Rosell-Aguilar & Kan, 2015)
6. Research questions
• Who uses the busuu app? What for? How do they
use it?
• What do users think of the busuu app? What
features do they like best / least?
• Do users think that using the app has improved
their knowledge and use of the language(s) they
are learning? Which skills do they think they have
improved most?
7. Survey
• 30 questions
• 2 languages
• Open for 3 weeks in May 2016
• Distributed through in-app message
• 4095 respondents (2265 English / 1830 Spanish)
• First large-scale survey of independent app
users
31. Final thoughts
• Very positive views of using the app as conducive to LL
• Some formal use with planned sessions
• Positive evaluation of automated feedback
• Speaking practice is most wished-for but...
• devices offer interaction
• other apps offer different options
• Is a dashboard the future?