Katelyn Biggane

1. Assisting Language Learning Through Technology Katelyn Biggane 28 July 2009 Literacy & Technology Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY

2. Overview Why should you use technology in the classroom? What can you do with it? Traditional Technologies vs. New Technologies CALL Types of tools to use Advantages Disadvantages

3. Why use technology to assist language learning? Using technology in the classroom can assist language learning for English, ESL, Languages other than English, and Special Education. Increases contact with language Adds motivation Develops critical thinking skills, collaboration, technology skills, and it could be the one way that students will successfully acquire the information. Today’s students have an affinity for using technology, touching, doing, and we want to target their desire to learn differently.

4. Traditional Technology vs. New Technology

5. CALL Computer-Assisted Language Learning The philosophy of CALL puts a strong emphasis on student-centered lessons. CALL centers on interactive learning and individualized learning. Sometimes called TELL (Technology-Enhanced Language Learning. Allows for Collaborative projects, peer editing for compositions, and reinforcing course content For more information: The Computer Assisted Language Instruction Consortium CALL on the Web

6. Blogs Easy to use Chronological Close evaluation Self-monitoring Asynchronous for extended interaction Individual feedback from teacher Includes audio/video

7. Interactive Whiteboards Interactive editing Collaborative writing Spelling games Word activities Sentence strips

8. Skype Allows free voice/video calls over the internet 50 Ways to Use Skype in the Classroom

9. Wikis Collaborative environments where multiple users can edit the pages PBworks Wetpaint Wikia

10. Mind maps/Graphic Organizers Vocabulary Grammar Diction Syntax Gliffy Inspiration Mindmeister

11. Word Art Create poems Use vocabulary Tell a story Wordle PicLit

12. One Word Practice writing Free writes One word. So little time.

13. Activities Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Activities categorized by length or topic. Arlyn Freed’s ESL/EFL Listening Resources Provides reviews of web sites, pros/cons, technology used, suggestions Manythings Activities where students listens to songs and fill in the blanks, listen/read along to authentic pieces such as speeches and joke, podcasts

14. Word Puzzles Crossword Puzzles Word searches Discovery Puzzlemaker Instant Online PM

15. Advantages Increased motivation Learning tailored to student Authenticity Critical thinking skills Collaboration/communication Easy interaction with instructor Fast and individualized feedback Multimodal practice and repetition Fun to use More time efficient way to complete oral assignments Real life skill building for technology use Addresses multiple learning styles

16. Disadvantages Cost Time to execute Preparation for design and development Technology constraints Internet safety Inability to control inappropriate content Necessary skills for teacher and student Sometimes technology does not work when you want it to!

17. Resources: Masters, A.. (2009, March). 4 Ways to Engage Today's Generation of Students. Techniques, 84(3), 8-9. Retrieved July 28, 2009, from ProQuest Education Journals. Pino, D.. (2008). Web-Based English as a Second Language Instruction and Learning: Strengths and Limitations. Distance Learning, 5(2), 65-71. Retrieved July 28, 2009, from ProQuest Education Journals. Siskin, Claire (2008, 02 21). Computer- Assisted Language Learning. Retrieved July 28, 2009, from CALL on the WEB Web site: http://www.edvista.com/claire/call.html