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E-Learning in English Language Teaching and Learning

Kasamaporn Maneekao

Sonthida KeyuravongKing Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi

Presented at Thammasat Language Institute, September 8th, 2007

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Outline of presentation Tasks Definitions and types of E-learning Uses of E-learning in ELT Resources for E-learning in ELT Integrating E-learning into ELT Workshop: Integrating E-learning into ELT

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TasksGet into 5 groups and do the following tasks: Group 1 – Using a non-dedicated web site Group 2 – Using a dedicated web site Group 3 – Using an in-house CD ROM Group 4 – Using a commercial CD ROM

or an online program

Group 5 – Using an in-house online program

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Definition of E-learning An education innovation that has transformed the

use of traditional way of learning to the use of modern technology such as video, computer, CD ROM, internet, intranet, satellite, etc. to deliver

content of learning through electronic equipment in various learning environment ranging from

learning with the teacher in the classroom using computer, web-based learning and distant

learning.http://www.capella.edu/elearning

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Definition of E-learning Learning facilitated and supported through th

e use of information and communications technology, e-learning can cover a spectrum of activities from supported learning, to blended learning (the combination of traditional and e-learning practices), to learning that is entirely online. Whatever the technology, however, learning is the vital element. internal.bath.ac.uk/web/cms-wp/glossary.html

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Definition of E-learning

The delivery of a learning, training or education program by electronic means. E-learning involves the use of a computer or electronic device (e.g. a mobile phone) in some way to provide training, educational or learning material.

http://derekstockley.com.au/elearning-definition.html

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Definition of E-learningTraditional way of teaching

- uses chalks and board- content of learning

delivered by teacher- learning environment is

limited with only teachers in class

- have limited choice of learning

E-learning- uses modern technology- content of learning

delivered by electronic equipment

- learning environment ranges from being with T in class to using computer with teachers and using computer on one’s own

- have various choices of learning

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Uses of E-learning in ELT

Tools vs Tutors

supplement complement Blended learning Fully online

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E-learning as tools Supplement –

part of classroom instruction learners make the decision to learn or not activities e.g. reviewing what has been taught,

doing exercises, or doing reading assignment before class discussion, etc.

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E-learning as tools Complement –

a part of classroom instruction teachers assign learners to learn specific content

or search for specific info on the internet. learners do the activities designed by teachers work is evaluated at the end

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E-learning as tutors Replaces teaching in the classroom. The

content is completed in itself and can be divided into 2 types:

Blended learning – combines online and face-to-face approaches

Fully online – truly online and learners are on their own.

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The Continuum of Technology-Based Learning

Face-to-face

teachingClassroom

aids

Face-to-face E-learning(mixed mode)

DistanceEducation

NO E-LEARNING

FULLY E-LEARNING

Bates (2003) Effective Teaching with Technology in Higher Education

Tools Tutors Tutors

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Resources for E-learning in ELT

Stand-alone Networked

Online/web-based learningMultimedia programs used on computers (hard drive or from

CD Rom)

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WWWA resource for

information

Resources on the internet

CMCA tool for

communication

Non-dedicated web sites

Dedicated EFLweb sites

CLOSED•E-mail

•Web cam

Jarvis, The Teacher Trainer 2002()

• For materials development

• For project work

• For language practice

Requires efficient and effective

management of information

Requires management of

information andnetiquette

INFO LITERACY SKILLS&

ICT SKILLS

OPENED•Bulletin Board

•VDO conference•Discussion list

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2 approaches in using technology for language learning Focus on TECHNOLOGY

What is technology and how I can use it in teaching English?

– the reasons of use of technology is from Ts

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2 approaches in using technology for language learning Focus on PEDAGOGY

What language learning do students need and how can technology help?

Ts think about what Ss needs (curriculum) and what technology can help Ss to learn

better

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Pedagogy before Technology

“Technology is not a panacea or a magic bullet that suddenly transforms all learning. The effectiveness of educational technology depends on how it is employed to meet educational goals for particular kinds of students in specific language learning environment…”

Oxford and others 1998

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What technology cannot do!

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Integrating E-learning into ELT(Things to consider)

TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM

integrate

WHY?

HOW?

WHEN?

WHAT? WHERE?

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WHY? What is/are your purpose(s) of integrating

technology into your English curriculum? To expose learners to authentic use of language To consolidate learning (practice everything

learnt) To motivate learning To prepare learners for the real world Etc.

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HOW? How are you going to use the technology for

the learners? As a tool to supplement or complement your

class? Or as a tutor to replace your teaching?

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WHAT? What resources are you going to use?

a non-dedicated web site a dedicated web site an in-house CD ROM a commercial CD ROM or an online program an in-house online program

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WHERE? In which part of the curriculum do you want

to integrate technology? At the end of each unit One project after mid term and another project

after the final One main project at the end of the semester Etc.

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WHEN? At what stage of your instruction do you want

to include technology? At the beginning At the presentation stage At the Practice stage At the end (Task stage)

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STEPS Decide why you want to include technology

in your teaching (WHY?) Decide how technology is going to be used in

your teaching Tools or Tutors (HOW?) Survey ways technology can be used

(WHAT?) Study the curriculum (map it out)

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STEPS (continued)

Decide where (which units) and when (at which stage of lessons) to integrate technology (WHERE & WHEN?)

Design the activities/projects

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WORKSHOP Plan on how you can integrate technology

into your English curriculum, considering why, what, how, when, where?)

Choose a few recourses that are available at your Self-access Center and design one web-based activity for use with one of your units.