Online Language Learning

Tutor: Ruby Rennie

Requirements

• Basic understanding of using computer• Interest in theory and practice of online,

blended learning, and supporting learning with technology

• You will re-use and review your current understanding of language learning theory and methodology

Outcomes

• Greater understanding of the variety of resources available

• Ability to select, evaluate and use appropriately

• Creation of your own online or blended learning course

• Insight into current research and possible future research

Assessment

• Design a course (part of an online course)• Include some online tasks

• Justify your choices in course design

Reasons to study the course

• Would be a useful combination to evaluation and design of materials; young learners

• Experience learning using online technology, and reflect on this for your own teaching context

• Understand and critically evaluate current trends

• Build a variety of ways to support learners with different needs and styles

• Design general course materials and focus more deeply in one aspect in your dissertation

Class contact and study modes

• Notes fully online• Requirement to work independently as well

as collaborating in different ways• Support session in computer lab on Friday

mornings

Find out about supporting learning using technology - blogs, wikis, webpages

Find out about supporting learning using technology – other “worlds”

Create a learning environment

• Fully online

• Blended learning

• Occasional use

Keep up with current trends

• Explore apps for education and language learning

• Understand more about mobile learning

Online Language Learning

Questions?