teaching languages with technology
Start blending. Take your teaching beyond the classroom and make the learning context more real and authentic. Encourage learner’s autonomy and help your students develop creativity and reflective thinking. Shape the learning experience to individual needs and interests. Free up some class time to work with those who would really Read More …
Encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Manage the process of learning rather than teach. Efficiently use face-to-face time. Personalise learning experience. Let students learn at their own pace. Just flip your classroom. “The Flipped Classroom is a learning model where students are exposed to new ideas at Read More …
Have your students working in small groups and rotating from one task/station to another. Let them submit their work online and give them online feedback. Encourage them to supporteach other while working face-to-face or collaborating online. Mix the course book content with online activities. Use technology to enhance your classroom Read More …
Blended or hybrid? As defined by Glossary of Education Reform, “hybrid” or “blended” learning is the practice of using both online and in person learning experiences when teaching students. Students attend face-to-face classes taught by a teacher in a traditional classroom setting, and, at the same time, complete online components Read More …
Three, as discussed in “Three Key Principles for Designing Effective Blended Courses” here? Or four, as suggested by Katrina Schwartz in this article. Or maybe five, as presented by Michelle Pacansky-Brock‘s slide share here. What are the principles of blended larning/teaching? The principle of blended learning depend very much on the Read More …
Learning about art allows students to develop art appreciation and critical approach. Combined with reading, writing, speaking and listening, it can make learning English fun and interesting. It stimulates students’ creativity and imagination. It challenges them to explore themselves and their surroundings. It creates content for collaboration and develops capability Read More …