1. Validity and Reliability
Conceptual Framework
Second Language Acquisition
Sociocultural Epistemology
Standards-based Instruction
Technology Integration
Constructivist Pedagogy
Mixed Methods Research
The juxtaposition of two “mental models”—qualitative and quantitative research
Research Goals
To gain an understanding of:
The current differences of technology integration in FL/WL instruction in a standards-based curriculum
The effect of the ACTFL Video Podcast Contest on participating teachers’ understanding of the role of technology in a standards-based curriculum
Research Questions
How are these FL/WL teachers integrating technology into their instructional practices? (types of technology and purposes of use)
Is there a difference between groups based on number of years teaching?
Is there a difference between groups based on language taught?
To what extent do FL/WL teachers use of technology reflect the SFLLs?
b. Is there a difference between groups based on language taught?
How has their participation in the contest affected their use of technology in their instructional practices?
Validity and Reliability
What are my assumptions about what is going on with these teachers? How might I be wrong?
Are there inconsistencies with what the teachers say they believe and their examples of lessons they have done using technology?
Research Methods
Online Survey
Online Interview
Follow-up s