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ICT in Primary Language Learning Presentation English Didactics Course Janne Lumme 13th Oct 2004
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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
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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.
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1.2. References References: http://www.lu.hio.no/ENGELSK/videoproject/brian/ Jonassen, D.H. 1995. 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: http://jannelauri.tripod.com/enlinks.html
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1.3. Meaningful Learning Meaningful learning process is (Jonassen 1995): - Active - Constructive - Collaborative - Communicative - Intentional - Contextual - Reflective
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1.4. Seven Cs – Seven seas :) - Catalyst - Collaborative - Creativity - Complementary - Control - Competence - Communication (Read more: http://www.lu.hio.no/ENGELSK/videoproject/brian/
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+ Motivative + Interaction + Active + Supports different learning styles + Safe feedback + Independence of place + Differentiation 2.1. Benefits...
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- Lack of equipment - Maintenance - Poor ICT-skills among teachers and pupils - Pupils do wrong things - Diversity of materials 2.2....and Challenges
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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
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3.1. Classical learning games - Basic programs to train vocabulary, grammar and structures - “WERTY”
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3.2. Multimedia - Sound + picture or video - Drilling - Vocabulary training - Real spoken language - http://www.lu.hio.no/ENGELSK/videoproject/brian/videoclips/ict-in-elt-0303-2.mpghttp://www.lu.hio.no/ENGELSK/videoproject/brian/videoclips/ict-in-elt-0303-2.mpg - Creativity
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3.3. Network in language learning Network based learning environments http://opit.wsoy.fi/ + A lot of material + Material for different levels + Easy to take in use + Pupil observation - A few pronunciation and listening excercises - Price
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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
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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 http://jannelauri.tripod.com/enlinks.html
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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
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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
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3.8. Book Related Software Some publishers offer software designed for a certain book WSOY WSOY Price
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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
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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
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4.2. Hints Trust yourself and try! Prepare lessons well Provide structured tasks Pair work
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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?
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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?
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