ICT in Primary Language Learning Presentation English Didactics Course Janne Lumme 13th Oct 2004

Presentation Outline: 1. Definitions, history, key words 2. Possibilities and challenges 3. Examples 4. Conclusion 5. Questions for discussion 1. Definitions 2. Possibilities and challenges 3. Examples 4. Conclusion 5. Discussion

1.1. Definitions, history & key words ICT = Information and communications technology CALL = Computer assisted language learning (old) ICTELL= ICT enhanced language learning NBL = Network based learning Computers have been in use since first computers came. A breakthrough have not been yet.

1.2. References References: Jonassen, D.H Supporting Communities of Learners with Technology: A Vision for Integrating Technology with Learning in Schools. Educational Technology 35 (4), 60–63 Language Awareness; 2003, Vol. 12 Issue 3/4, p187, 17p All internet links in adding to this slideshow are readable in web:

1.3. Meaningful Learning Meaningful learning process is (Jonassen 1995): - Active - Constructive - Collaborative - Communicative - Intentional - Contextual - Reflective

1.4. Seven Cs – Seven seas :) - Catalyst - Collaborative - Creativity - Complementary - Control - Competence - Communication (Read more:

+ Motivative + Interaction + Active + Supports different learning styles + Safe feedback + Independence of place + Differentiation 2.1. Benefits...

- Lack of equipment - Maintenance - Poor ICT-skills among teachers and pupils - Pupils do wrong things - Diversity of materials and Challenges

3.1. Classical learning games 3.2. Multimedia 3.3. Network in Language Learning 3.4. New Possibilities of Communication and Interaction 3.5. Internet as a Material Resource 3.6. Natural Language Processing 3.7. Computer Games 3.8. Book Related Programs 3.9. Writing Skills Through Web Pages 3. Examples

3.1. Classical learning games - Basic programs to train vocabulary, grammar and structures - “WERTY”

3.2. Multimedia - Sound + picture or video - Drilling - Vocabulary training - Real spoken language Creativity

3.3. Network in language learning Network based learning environments + A lot of material + Material for different levels + Easy to take in use + Pupil observation - A few pronunciation and listening excercises - Price

3.4. New Possibilities of Communication & Interaction - Cross-cultural encounters - Co-operation and interaction with foreign children via internet - Contextual use of language - Modern ways to communicate - Chatting – Lack of accuracy? - Language change – is it good or not? - Independence of place - Distance learning - Interaction around computer

3.5. Internet As a Material Resource + A HUGE number of possibilities - Needs much prework, searching, choosing and so on. - Varied quality + Access to scientific knowledge

3.6. Natural Language Processing + A program that corrects and advices writer identifying systematic errors and mistakes + Raises language awareness + Differentiative - Not possible yet Read more: Language Awareness; 2003, Vol. 12 Issue 3/4, p187, 17p

3.7. Computer games in language learning - Many computer games train player’s language skills - Pupils play them on their own time - They don’t always have ”good” contents - Role games - Strategy games

3.8. Book Related Software  Some publishers offer software designed for a certain book  WSOY WSOY  Price

3.9. Writing Skills Through Web Pages  Motivating way to make pupils write  Pupils can write about themselves, book they have read, a film, a hobby etc.  Technological challenges  Vocabulary  “How to write and how to make a page”  Pair work

4.1. Conclusion  ICT can be used in language learning many ways  ICT in LL is waiting a breakthrough  ICT is a natural learning tool for children of our time

4.2. Hints  Trust yourself and try!  Prepare lessons well  Provide structured tasks  Pair work

5. Discussion Topics  Is ICT needed on language lessons?  How you have used ICT in your teaching work? Why? Why not?  What are the biggest problems using ICT in teacher’s work?  What are your most interesting findings?

5.2. More Discussion Topics  What thoughts did the video raise?  How can you affect that pupils do at least more or less right things when using ICT?