Using Social Media & Technology in ESL Instruction Cyn Hatch, B.Ed Secondary Arts, MA TESOL (exp. 2011)

In this workshop we will:  Discuss the types of technology used in ESL classrooms.  Present types of technology appropriate for different skill types.  Answer teachers’ questions about how they can learn more about the types of technology discussed.  Provide “how to” links for additional information.

Technology in ESL Instruction  Computer and audio/visual equipment  Computer labs  Mobile devices  smart phones  tablets  video cameras  Podcasts and YouTube  Blogs  Twitter and Texting  Blackboard  Facebook and IM  Wikis  Social Bookmarking

Why Should We Use Technology in ESL?  Web tools are increasingly collaborative and foster self- directed learning—key principles of adult SLA instruction  Workplaces and colleges increasingly require digital literacy  Colleges try to engage students with the content outside of the classroom  Devices enable both content and learning to be highly mobile  Devices are ubiquitous and are used recreationally

Applications of Technology  Listen to podcasts or music, and watch YouTube videos  Authentic, theme-based supplemental reading and listening  Podcasts used in 1975:Music used in 1894:  Voice of America “Cold Feet” Tracy Chapman  This American Life  California Distance Videos used in 1975: Learning Project “Seinfeld”   

Applications of Technology (cont.)  Blog  Promotes connection to content outside of class  Provides authentic reason for writing  Blogs used in ESLA1975/85:  Author’s blogs  Student-created blogs

Applications of Technology (cont.)  Audio or video record interviews role plays, presentations, debates, etc.  Speaking output and viewing input   “Her pronunciation was pretty good. She spoke slowly and clearly.”  “She used eye-contact while she's saying, but it's not often. She still looks at the note.”  “It'd better if she uses body gestures often because it'll reduce somewhat the pressure in her.”  “It will help the conversation between the speaker and the listener that is more exciting.”

Applications of Technology (cont.)  Facebook  Conduct polls for research  Post videos for students to comment on  Utilize a familiar environment  Blackboard  Collaborative tool  Content management system

Applications of Technology (cont.)  IM, tweeting, and texting  Replicate spoken exchanges in writing  Collaborative research and information sharing

Applications of Technology (cont.)  Wikis  Collaborative writing tool  t.jsp?tab_tab_group_id=_2_1&url=%2Fwebapps%2Fblac kboard%2Fexecute%2Flauncher%3Ftype%3DCourse%26i d%3D_28701_1%26url%3D t.jsp?tab_tab_group_id=_2_1&url=%2Fwebapps%2Fblac kboard%2Fexecute%2Flauncher%3Ftype%3DCourse%26i d%3D_28701_1%26url%3D  Social Bookmarking  Resource sharing and collaborative tool 

Where Do I Learn More?  How to blog using Wordpress.com   How to video record using a Flip camera   How to social bookmark using Delicious   Links to Podcasts and Articles Used in 1975:   