Techno-Pedagogic Practices For Enhancing English Language Skills (original) (raw)
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MULTIMEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY: A GATEWAY TO LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING
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Computer technology and Internet are inevitable new media in education methodology. Still, the central role in teaching belongs to humans. The power of Internet is viewed as a platform offering authentic materials, software, education plans, list of exams, literature, etc. to various schools, universities, and institutions all over the world. Next to its commercial importance, it is seen as pedagogical tool for either the independent research or teamwork. The most innovative endeavor the teachers of English have undertaken so far is to integrate media technology in ELT classroom, in order to improve learners' motivation, integrated language skills and self-learning environment. Technology enables teachers to adapt classroom activities, thus enhancing the language learning process. The study highlights on the role of using new technologies in learning English as a second/foreign language. It explores different attitudes which support English language learners to increase their learning skills through the use of latest technologies. It is also important to understand how students acquire a new language in order to appreciate the significance that technology can have in ensuring success for English language learners. Utilizing and combining graphics, video, and audio can address varied styles of learning in a more effective way and be a tremendous support to English language learners. Finding a way to infuse technology into instruction not only helps English language learners acquire a second language, but also enhances motivation and confidence. This paper will focus on as how we as an educators, we are in the unique position to embrace new technologies and use them to enhance curriculum while better engaging each of our students. It also aims to make non-native speakers of English as language teachers aware of the strategies to use it in an effective manner and significant role of multimedia in motivating learner's interest in English language learning.
"Use of Technology in English Language Teaching and Learning": An Analysis
In language teaching and learning, we have a lot to choose from the world of technology: Radio, TV, CD Rom, Computers, C.A.L.L., the Internet, Electronic Dictionary, Email, Blogs and Audio Cassettes, Power Point, Videos, DVD's or VCD's. The last two decades have witnessed a revolution due to onset of technology, and has changed the dynamics of various industries, and has also influenced the industries and the way people interact and work in the society. This rapid rising and development of information technology has offered a better pattern to explore the new teaching model. As a result technology plays a very important role in English teaching. Using multimedia to create a context to teach English has its unique advantages. This paper tries to analyze the necessity of multimedia technology to language teaching and also brings out the problems faced by using these technologies. It also aims to make English teachers aware of the strategies to use it in an effective manner.
This study determines the effects of the application of multimedia technology -computer-assisted language learning (CALL)-in the development of five language skills using "English Discoveries". It shows that the effects of multimedia materials for language learning are not necessarily better as a whole, but different from those obtained in traditional classroom work. Only two of the five variables showed significant differences in favor of the use of multimedia: pronunciation and oral production. However, grammar showed opposite results. The teachers' and students' reactions suggest the need to adapt their roles to the new context in the future use of CALL and multimedia. The high level of acceptance of this type of materials by the students shows the need for more research and better adaptation of activities to the new context.
Effectiveness of Using Technology in English Language Learning
Across the globe, governments of different countries have recognized the importance and value of digital technologies in language learning. This article is based on the pilot project of Save the Children using information and communication technology (ICT) in education. Through this initiative, interactive multimedia software based on national curriculum of English Class 4 were developed and tested in selected government primary schools. The pre-intervention survey indicated that the teachers do not have the language competence to confidently facilitate English classes using the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach. The results of the project showed that the use of audio-visual content has strong potential for enhancing and promoting interactive language classes. However, the success of the program depends on how the technology is designed and implemented and how the teachers are trained to use it.
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THE USE OF MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
is paper aims to analyze the use of technology to English language teaching in the non-native speaking countries and to bring out the problems faced by both teachers and learners of English. ! e rapid development of science and technology such as multimedia technology has o" ered a better tool to explore the new teaching method. In fact, multimedia technology has played an important role in English language teaching, especially, in the non-native speaking of English situations. It also aims to make nonnative speakers of English as language teachers aware of the strategies to use it in an e" ective manner. KEYWORDS: English language teaching, multimedia technology, communicative competence, interaction INTRODUCTION In Nepal and elsewhere in the non-native speaking countries, English is used as a second or third language and for some people the ! rst language. With the spread and development of English around the world, it has become an important means of communication among the people of di" erent cultures and languages. At present, the role and status of English in Nepal is higher than ever as it is a medium of instruction and curriculum in educational institutions. As a number of English learners are growing up, di" erent teaching methods have been experimented to see the e" ectiveness of English language teaching. # e use of technology in the form of ! lms, radio, TV and tape recording has been there for a long time. As for Prajesh SJB Rana, "Technology has turned into one essential aspect of society that helps students to understand the bigger picture of the world and not just stay con! ned to what schools and teachers teach them within their classrooms" (12). Of course, the technology has proved to be successful in replacing the traditional language teaching. # e modern language teachers have new challenges and duties given by the new era. # e tradition of English teaching has been drastically changed with the remarkable development of newer technologies such as multimedia technology. Technology provides so many options as it makes teaching interesting and productive because it has capability to attract the language learners. David Graddol states that "technology lies at the heart of the globalization process; a" ecting education work and culture" (16). # us, technology is one of the most signi! cant drivers of both social and linguistic change. Since there are more and more English learners in Nepal, the language teachers use a variety of teaching methods for e" ectiveness of their experiment. One method involves the use of technology in English language teaching in order to create English contexts. Rana argues, "Technology isn't something that students need to be separated from; rather Crossing the Border: International Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies ISSN 2350-8752(P) Volume 1; Number 1; 15 December 2013 ISSN 2350-8922 (O) Crossing the Border: International Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies 30 it's something that students need to embrace" (12). So it helps the students to get involved and learn according to their interests. It has been tested e ective and has been widely accepted as a tool for English language teaching around the world. In particular, it has been utilized for the upli ment of modern techniques of language teaching. THE USE OF MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING As the popularity of English is expanding day by day and worldwide, the teachers of English feel the need of change in their language teaching methods. ! ere are teachers who use the "leading edge of technological and scienti# c development" (Young and Bush 2), but the majority of teachers still teach in the traditional manner. However, this paper does not claim that none of these traditional manners are bad or damaging the students. In principle, they are proving to be useful even today. ! ere are many opportunities for students to gain con# dence in learning English who learn the language for more than just fun. For them, to keep pace with English language teaching and gain more con# dence, they have to stride into the world of multimedia technology. Here, multimedia technology refers to computer-based interactive applications that use both the hardware and so ware, allowing people to share their ideas and information. It is a combination of text, graphics, animation, video and sound. ! e twenty-# rst century is the age of globalization and information technology as Harry Samuels argues, "Much more recent developments in social media and information technology are taking foreign-language education in new directions" (19). English is one of the important mediums of communication in the world, so it is important to learn the language. As a result, English language teaching has been one of the important subjects in education. In fact, there are more non-native than native speakers of the language. ! ere is also the diversity of context in terms of learner's age, nationality, and learning background that has become an important feature of English language teaching today. With the rapid growth of science and technology, the use of multimedia technology in language teaching has created a favorable context for reforming and exploring English language teaching models in the new age. This trend features the use of audio, visual, and animation effects in the English language teaching classrooms. Multimedia technology plays a positive role in improving activities and initiatives of students and teaching effect in the classrooms. Elaborating on the scope of technology, Rana argues, "Educational institutions all across the globe have already started implementing technology in education, and Nepal also needs to understand that there's no way to stop the evolution of technology; and rather than working on ways to separate technology from education, we rather need ways to combine them" (12). Thus, technological innovations should go hand in hand with the growth of English and change the way in which we communicate. In fact, the growth of the Internet has facilitated the growth of the English language. In this sense, computers are no longer the exclusive domains of a few individuals, but rather they are available to many. As the English language teaching models change rapidly, there has been a signi# -cant growth of literature regarding the use of technology in English language teaching. ! ese literatures unequivocally accept technology as the most essential part in teaching. Such a tendency has emphasized on an essential role of technology in pedagogy in which technology has been dominant over the teachers. As a result, if we ig-31 nore technological developments, the teachers will never be able to catch up with the new trend, irrespective of our discipline or branch. Here, Rana says, "Teachers need to stop following the same old ways of teaching and experiment and acknowledge that the world is changing and we need education that augments that change" (12). For this reason, it is important for language teachers to be aware of the latest and best equipments and to have all information of what is available in any given situations. Teachers can use multimedia technology to create more colorful and stimulating language classes. ere are many techniques applicable in various forms to English language teaching situations that now threaten "to undermine the classroom completely as a place of study" (Motteram 2). Some are useful for testing and distance education; some for teaching business English, spoken English, reading, listening or interpreting. e principle of teaching should be to appreciate new technologies without taking over the role of the teacher and without limiting the functions of traditional teaching methods. ere are various reasons why all language teachers and learners must know how to make use of the new technology. Most
Theoretical Study in the Importance of Integrating Technology in Teaching English Language Skills
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Abstract: Integrating technology into language education has indeed become essential, especially for teaching language skills. Teaching through technology can facilitate interactive learning as technology offers interactive tools like language learning apps, online games, and virtual reality experiences that engage students in a more dynamic way compared to traditional methods. The Digital platforms also provide access to a vast array of resources, including multimedia content, online dictionaries, and language practice websites, which can enhance vocabulary acquisition and comprehension as well as adaptive learning technologies can tailor lessons to individual students’ needs, offering personalized feedback and targeted practice based on their proficiency levels and learning styles. So tools like video conferencing and language exchange platforms enable students to practice speaking with native speakers or peers from around the world, providing authentic language use opportunities. The interaction through technology can offer instant feedback on exercises and quizzes, helping students to quickly understand their mistakes and learn more effectively. The Game-field learning platforms and interactive content can increase student motivation and engagement, making the learning process more enjoyable and effective. The Online courses and resources provide flexible learning options, allowing students to learn at their own pace and access materials anytime and anywhere. Key words: E-Learning. Educational technology, language skills, electronic devices
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IJSDIS: ISSN 2078-192X Volume 5 Issue 6 November 2014 1 Int. J. Soc. Dev. Inf. Syst. 5(6): 01-08, November 2014 An online Journal of “G-Science Implementation and Publication” website: www.gurpukur.com or www.gscience.net , 2014
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This study tries to shed some light on the role of technology in facilitating the process of teaching English as a second and foreign language. No doubt, teaching English has benefited widely and tremendously from technology. Computers have been used considerably in the process of teaching English to enable learners gaining some essential skills in English. Computers and software tools used in teaching English to prepare computerized tests, drills and ICT – information and communication technology – and distance learning that have provided multiple paths to learning English.