Technology in the Classroom

Technology in the Classroom: 

Technology in the Classroom Practicum for ELL Maria Lisak CNU Sept 10, 2007

Name as many types of technology as you can.: 

Name as many types of technology as you can. List one way you can use each technology in lesson planning, in classroom management, in teaching content, or in testing

Sections: 

Sections What is TELE TELE classroom & requirements Lesson plan example Case Study Example Analysis Design Develop/Implement Evaluate Getting started on your own The role of the teacher Guidelines for teachers References Freebies

TELE - Technology Enhanced Learning Environments What is it?: 

TELE - Technology Enhanced Learning Environments What is it? enables students to use educational material available and optimize their learning in all aspects of education. challenges students through interaction, which helps them learn at their own pace/abilities . allows for an interactive environment , and facilitates higher learning and critical thinking . technology settings used to enhance learning of user or observer . helps maximize learning by challenging students to be creative with the learning process. Also produces a thought-provoking environment . helps acquire proficiency skills on the computer, but more important to realize its significance for the future . A level, degree, means, or environment of learning, one typically more accelerated than the classroom without the integration of technologies, that may only be reached with the implementation of technology.

The TELE Classroom: 

The TELE Classroom Both teachers and students are seen using technology Teachers should use the computer for critical content in lesson planning and lessons Therefore, lessons are more than just fun. They use problem solving skills and critical thinking skills with technology Students can take an active role in learning with tech and build upon what they have learned

What is required in a TELE? : 

What is required in a TELE? requires a group of learners requires an environment equipped with technology - computers, projectors, digital media equipment, etc. requires adequate technology instruction learners must interact with technology - hands-on interaction provides more customization of lesson plans and activities students have more options for resources, methods, and approaches for projects provides an almost limitless amount of information and resources Doing new things in new ways.

Lesson Plan Example: 

Lesson Plan Example Idioms in Everyday Language http://ali.apple.com/ali_sites/ali/exhibits/1000530/ This lesson allows students to further understand why idioms are used in the English language and also grasp their meaning. Students are encouraged to work in a group to create a book using iPhoto that explains and illustrates different idioms describing their feelings about different situations. Literature Through Silent Movies http://ali.apple.com/ali_sites/ali/exhibits/1001136/ This lesson has students creating a silent movie using an Edgar Allan Poe story. By using technology students are able to express a use of mood and tone. Students will be using a digital video to film the movie and then iMovie for editing, music, and special effects. All of these will help with students understanding of Edgar Allan Poe’s writing techniques. This TELE lesson helps students become more involved in what they are reading.

Case Study: CNU ELL Level 1 Instructor: Maria Lisak Semester: Spring 2007: 

Case Study: CNU ELL Level 1 Instructor: Maria Lisak Semester: Spring 2007 Incorporating technology after the curriculum plan and start of semester http://cnuell1.ning.com/ Analysis Instructor needs Learner needs Technology assessment Rationale of change Design Planning Scheduling Develop/Implement Formative Evaluation Evaluate Further Revisions Fall 2007

Instructor Needs: 

Instructor Needs Test out video technology and social network website Create online library of recommended study links Transfer journal assignments into electronic form Analyze writing assignments for common errors using Wordsmith software. Copy/paste for analysis with software Research paper to present at a later time Generate potential articles for Gwangju News Magazine; create an authentic use of English for Ss Find out about HOT SPOTS in Gwangju to stay connected and share with my community

Learner Need: 

Learner Need Practice written English Practice spoken English Authentic use of language Motivation to perform and engage Remain competitive by using and understanding technology to their support learning process Feel successful in learning process

Technology Assessment: 

Technology Assessment Ning – Social Network - http://cnuell1.ning.com/ member profiles photos forums videos groups (and other unexplored items) Forums - http://cnuell1.ning.com/forum In class typing activity while instructor conducts individual, face to face progress sessions Videos - http://cnuell1.ning.com/video Create a library of videos as samples for future classes Try out the medium Potential research project

Rationale of change: 

Rationale of change Adding the use of Ning after the mid-term, allowed me to capture student production for assessment material development research opportunities Using Ning offered me a chance to see if it was a better technology solution than Moodle (slow and I don’t use the full capabilities) KoreaMaria website (flat, not an interactive site) Youtube (too public, limited discussion function) WebCT/ Blackboard (clumsy and I don’t use the full capabilities)

Designing Integration: The Plan: 

Designing Integration: The Plan Course Objectives (Syllabus) Speech Sentences Paragraphs Activities (Syllabus) Technology Journal: Recommended Links Journal: My Use of Technology – Past, Present & Future Travel Group Discussion: Tour Guide for Gwangju Speech In class speech (topic: student choice) Technology availability (Student Computer Lab & Ss owned) Insufficient number of computer for students 20 students per class (15 computers, two not working) Student comfort & familiarity with technology for everyday life Korea is the third most highly wired country in the world

Designing Integration: The Schedule Forums - Writing: 

Designing Integration: The Schedule Forums - Writing Preparation of Assignment All writing done as homework or in class prior to lab day Students were asked to keep their writing in their clear file portfolio Computer Lab Week (three days of classes) website links paragraph on “ My Use of Technology – Past, Present & Future ” paragraph on “ My Favorite Places in Gwangju ” While students typed in assignments, instructor conducted F2F feedback Feedback on writing Printed online entries Instructor wrote feedback on print out and returned to student for portfoio

Designing Integration: The Schedule Video - Speech: 

Designing Integration: The Schedule Video - Speech Monday Wednesday Friday Week 1 In class. Overview project. Links all online . No class. Ss video rehearsal. T feedback online. In class. Class FB (rubric). Discuss tech challenges. Discuss stress management strategies. Week 2 In class. Ss Speeches. Ss 1-10. Instructor, peer, and self evaluations conducted. No class. Korean Holiday. In class. Ss Speeches. Ss 11-20. Instructor, peer, and self evaluations conducted.

Designing Integration: The Schedule Video - Speech: 

Designing Integration: The Schedule Video - Speech Week 1 Monday – Overview of project. Links all online . Wednesday – No class. Students to video tape rehearsal. Gave feedback online. Friday – Class wide feedback based on rubric. Talked about technology challenges. Discussed stress management. Week 2 Monday and Friday– In class speeches. Instructor, peer, and self evaluations conducted. Wednesday – Korean Holiday, no class.

Development & Implementation: 

Development & Implementation A formative evaluation process was used to deal with many factors that should have been tested prior to class use. This was an “action research” adaptation of technology integration. Because of early, successful rapport building, students were open to a more “messy” approach after mid-term. Start up costs included, inviting students to the website. Underutilized the Profile sheet when students join. Underutilized the reply option on the forum, as I am a new user to the forum system and still learning best methodological feedback systems. Loading times for video were long Students waiting until the last minute to upload their video homework, thus slowing down the servers which are based in the US.

Evaluation of Technology Integration: 

Evaluation of Technology Integration Further Revisions – Fall 2007 Change profile questions to support Week 1 “Introductions”. Schedule a computer lab day in first two weeks of program to introduce system. Offer more optional writing assignments. Give online feedback in forums. Conduct surveys for better needs, context, and learner analysis.

Getting Started on Your Own: 

Getting Started on Your Own The Role of the Teacher Guidelines for Teachers Some lessons and guidelines to help you feel confident using technology in your preparation, teaching and assessment.

The Role of the Teacher: 

The Role of the Teacher Guide students toward appreciating the medium as a language learning tool Make the media an integral part of the course Use short sequences Familiarize yourself with the material Treat the medium as both a visual and audio text Design lessons that provide opportunities for repetition Plan activities for 3 stages Previewing activities Viewing activities/Using the medium Post viewing/using activities Stempleski, S. (2002) Video in the ELT Classroom: The Role of the Teacher. In Methodology in Language Teaching . Cambridge University Press.

Guidelines for Teachers: 

Guidelines for Teachers Consider carefully your goals Think integration Don’t underestimate the complexity Provide necessary support Involve students in decisions Warschauer, M and Whittaker, P.F. (2002) The Internet for English Teaching: Guidelines for Teachers. In Methodology in Language Teaching . Cambridge University Press.

References: 

References Bergstein, B. (2006). Study: S.Korea Not ‘Most Wired’ Country. ABC News Money. Retreived March 25, 2007 from the ABC News Online Website: http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=1783637&CMP=OTC-RSSFeeds0312 Kang, A..Y. & Park, Y.M. (2007). Welcome to UCC World . In Chonnam Tribune Vol. 40, No.1(275) (pp. 4-11). Chonnam National University Press. March 20, 2007 Stempleski, S. (2002) Video in the ELT Classroom: The Role of the Teacher. In Methodology in Language Teaching . Cambridge University Press. Technology enhanced learning environment. (2007) In Wikipedia.org. Retrieved on Sept 9, 2007. Warschauer, M and Whittaker, P.F. (2002) The Internet for English Teaching: Guidelines for Teachers. In Methodology in Language Teaching . Cambridge University Press.

Join: 

Join Teacher Training Workshop On Ning: http://koreamariattw.ning.com/ Send a request to join Library of links. Textbook recommendations Class materials Network Discuss problems with other teachers Calendar for Professional Development opportunities

Handout: 

Handout List of Recommended Links & Processes Language Literature How to get organized