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This presentation delves into the integration of technology in modern language education, analyzing various platforms such as Webcourses, Facebook, iTunes U, Screentoaster, Wikispaces, and WordPress. We will discuss the differences between face-to-face (F2F) and online (W or M) learning experiences, and how these technological tools can support language acquisition. Key elements such as syllabi, classroom interactions, feedback mechanisms, and student showcases will be explored. Understand what these platforms can mean for educators and students in improving language learning outcomes.
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Marie Léticée Modern Languages & Literatures Technology in the modern language curriculum
Which platform(s)? • Webcourses • Facebook • itunesU • Screetoaster • Wikispaces • wordpress
F2F versus W or M • Make the connection • What does Webcourses mean to me? • Is it different from the f2f classroom? • What do the other online platforms mean to me and my students? • What do they replace?
F2F classroom practices • Classroom (physical) • Deliver lectures, answer questions, give and collect assignments, … • Students hangout in front of the classroom and share information • Model pronunciation, • Feedback • Group work • Showcase
Webcourses • A classroom and an organizer • Syllabus • Grades • Content • Correspondance • Calendar • Announcements
Facebook • The hangout place • Students are always there • Facebook group • Discussion feature • Video feature • French tv programs • You Tube (french music) • Links to websites • …
I TunesU • Entertainment and modeling center • Listening and speaking activities • Students’ recording • Professor’s recording (pronunciation)
screentoaster • Feedback • Written activities • Screen sharing • Good for visual and audio learners • http://www.screentoaster.com/watch/stV0hWREdIR1xZQ15bXltcUlBT/graham
wikispaces • Community of learners (group work) • http://fre3420fall2010.wikispaces.com/
wordpress • E-portfolio and showcase • Final document where students display their work • http://fre3420fall2010.wikispaces.com/