Technology in language teaching Pete Sharma, Oxford Brookes University
New technology in language learning OVERVIEW 1) Blended Learning 2) Technology 3) Language learning
What is Blended Learning? Combination of..... work + training (f2f) classroom + online pedagogical approaches [transmissive + constructivist ] different technologies real world and in-world
Blended Learning Natural – range of definitions Broad – “nothing new” Narrow – restrictive? Connotation + / - Cultural differences
A practical definition Blended Learning refers to a language course which combines a F2F (face- to-face) classroom component with an appropriate use of technology (Sharma / Barrett)
DVD-ROMs
Electronic translators listening to lectures cross- check bilingual / mono-lingual review – ‘favourites’ / games Stop guessing from context restrict fluency mis-used for ‘production’ - writing
DVD ROM Web based
Concordancers
Power Point ペチャク チャ 20 images x 20 seconds 6 minutes, 40 seconds Death by Power Point Pecha Kucha
Dictaphones
Podcasts (iPod + Broadcast)
Blogs (Web + log) Teacher Class Student
Wiki
Mind map software
Screen capture software
Interactive whiteboards