1. Blended Learning Shortlisted for..

2. www.te4be.com

3. What is Blended Learning? Multiple definitions Combination of work + training Combination of online + in-person (f2f) classroom learning activities Combination of pedagogical approaches Combination of different technologies

4. Blended Learning Natural – range of definitions Broad – “nothing new” Narrow – restrictive? Connotation + / -

5. A practical definition Blended Learning refers to a language course which combines a F2F (face-to- face) classroom component with an appropriate use of technology (Sharma / Barrett)

6. F2F TechF2F Tech F2F Technology F2F Technology F2F Dual track Integrated Embedded Blended Learning F2F

7. New technology Pedagogical rationale Why use technology in a language course? What difference does it make?

8. Grammar ‘crisp’ areas vs ‘fuzzy’ analytical learners interactivity instant feedback issues: ‘drill and kill’ restrictive exercise types ‘skewered’?

9. Skills Receptive Listening – learner control

10. Reading

11. Productive - writing Keyboard Word – cut and paste Spell-check Creative writing

12. Speaking Discussion – f2fCMC interactions Speech recognition tools

13. Language Vocabulary Pronunciation Language games: motivating

14. Reasons to use technology Motivating Encourage learner autonomy: freedom in time and place Expected Help with new strategies – e.g. browsing / searching

15. Four principles Know respective roles of the teacher and the technology Teach in a principled way Technology complements / enhances ‘It’s not what it is, it’s what you do with it’