Interactive Tools for the EFL Class

CMC Tools for the English Class: A hands-on workshop on how to use computer-mediated communication tools for language teaching and learning.

Moderators: Arlines Rodriguez, Doris de Martins

Participants in this 20-hour course will experience hands-on use of CMC tools (CoP, chat: text only, voice and webcam enhanced, web sites, blogs and on line conference) as well as how to use technology enhanced resources (computer- video beam and internet) in the English class, in a safe, educator-friendly blended environment. This course will combine face-to-face training and on-line activities. Here participants will review basic on-line teaching and learning principles and will reflect on how to use them in their own classes. Participants will receive information on free software, explore techniques and resources for community-building, learn the most appropriate uses of synchronous communication resources and how to create and use digital materials (power point, videos, games, etc) for language learning.