1. New Ways to Evaluate EAP Performance – Mp3 files

2. Using MP3 files to Evaluate EAP Oral Communications David Hess

3. The Idea - Inspired by IEP In-Service Workshop Dilemma - Marking Writing / Student Conferencing But I was now an Oral Communications Instructor. Introduction

4. 1. What? Mp3 apps – why? 2. Easy-to-use 3. Free – I use “Hi-Q MP3 Voice Recorder” (for Android) a)Android Smart Phones/Tablets - Search in Google Play Store for "mp3 recorder". i.e. Mp3 Sound & Voice Recorder, Hi-Q MP3 Voice Recorder, Smart MP3 Recorder b)iPhone/iPad - iTunes Store - Search "mp3 recorder" – many free apps c)Online - http://www.recordmp3.orghttp://www.recordmp3.org d)Computers? 1.PC - free programs to download – Audacity 2.MAC - free programs to download - Audacity Applications –or use “Automator” (open Automator / Workflow / Choose / New Audio Capture) Discovery of Oral Communications Applications

5. 1.Replacing Student Conferencing / Maximizes Class time 2.General Class comments (Lecture #2, #3, etc.) 3.Listening Comprehension - “careful listening” 4.Creative use of Technology (novelty factor) 5.Promotes Independent Learning / Self-Direction 6.Critical Thinking 7.______________________________ Some Benefits

6. How to make an Mp3 file? 7 Easy Steps

7. Step 1 Click to open program

8. Step 2 Press red button to record student file

9. Step 3 Save file name, press OK

10. Step 4 Select button in the upper left of the screen

11. Step 5 Select file (top of list)

12. Step 6 Select - Share/Send

13. Step 7 Choose Gmail (or MS Outlook) and Send File

14. Thank you For more Information Email: dhess@auk.edu.kwdhess@auk.edu.kw Copyright 2013