Benefits in Language Classroom Integrating Problem-based learning and technology in
Enables interaction in negotiating meaning among learners, Education
between learners and teachers, and between learners and texts
Way to promote meaningful interaction 1. Learner-centered
Can help students become more autonomous - Students at the forefront
Challenges in Language Class - Engage and motivate learners
Use common language rather than English - Focus on abilities and process of learner
May not be appropriate for beginning or literacy level students - Centers on what students already know which
Teachers must carefully consider the problems & activities encourages motivation
Nature of students’ interaction changes during solving the problem 2. Collaborative
Lesson 11: Problem-based Learning - Create a community of learners by broadening
Combines cognitive and metacognitive teaching repertoires and personal resources
Engages students in learning how to learn - Promotes engagement & positive well-being
Learn language and content - Through engaging with real-world problems or cases
Main focus is learning through solving real, open- 3. Real-life applications
ended problems - Make connections between new material and the
Problem is presented first then; real world
Students can work alone or in groups - “repetition has not shown to remain in long-term
memory”
Active Learning - Apply new skills in context
Educational
Principles Student-centered learning 4. Engages critical thinking
Learning in context - Essential skill to adapt to ever-changing situations
Focus on concepts - Questioning is an important teaching tool
Activate prior knowledge - Use of application, analysis, evaluation, & synthesis
Cooperative learning ___________________________________________________
Reflection and feedback
SKILLS Lesson 12: Project-based Learning
Objectives
Critical thinking and decision making gain knowledge by working for an extended period of
Information literacy time to investigate and respond and authentic, engaging,
Self-directed, life-long learning and complex question, problem, or challenge.
Constructive self and peer assessment Idea is not new
Doing a project does not always equate to learning
ATTITUDES
Requires; an extended period of time, meaningful
Value of teamwork
language use, use of 21st century skills: communication &
Inter-personal and communication skills
collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, & problem
Social issues
solving.
Professional ethics and behavior
Language come into play through students’
Collaborative work
Language teacher’s role in Problem-based Learning
Acts as a coach or facilitator of activities
Provide appropriate problems
Assists in identifying and accessing materials
Gives necessary feedback and support
Evaluates students’ participation and productr6s
Goal is to develop also the language and literacy skills.
Students’ role in Problem-based Learning
Expected to examine gaps in their own knowledge
and skills
Collaborate in small teams
Steps for implementing Problem-based learning
STEPS TEACHER ROLE STUDENT ROLE
Present/identify -Presents a good problem -Examine the
the problem -Determines how to divide problem
Principles of Project-BL
students - Identify the
Self-directed learning
- Provide outline or the tasks problem
Extended project over an extended period of time
they will need to complete
High quality tangible product that
demonstrates/showcases students’ knowledge and skills
Develop plan for -ask students to develop a -develop a
Core skills development
solving Problem plan reasonable plan for
Student role
-assign or ask the students solving the
Teacher role
to create their own group problem
-may need to ask probing
Planning a Project-BL Lesson
questions to help students
Stage 1 Brainstorm & Define
analyze the problem
Driving question
-will need to scaffold student
Brainstorm categories and ideas
Implement the -may need to provide -test out/
Define aspect
Plan additional scaffolding like implement their
Stage 2 Global setting & Collaborate
documenting the plan
Use SMART mnemonics to suggest outcomes
implementation of their plans -should document
Designate & collaborate to decide
what happens w/
Language Input
their plans
Stage 3 Compare & Enhance
Evaluate the -require students to reflect -evaluate/reflect
Share & Evaluate project outcomes
Implementation on their individual or group on the
Use THINK mnemonics to give feedback
contributions implementation
Stage 4 Review & Produce
-help students examine the -should weigh the
Review work
benefits and challenges benefits and
Create products
challenges of diff
Stage 5 Present & Self-assess
approaches to
Present outcomes to a live/virtual audience
solving the same
Self-assess performance
problem
7 ways to integrate Tech for Successful Project-BL Lesson 16: Technology Tools for Language Teaching
Your tech platform needs to be properly implemented 1. QUIZLET
1. Learning Management Systems vocabulary games
- Makes it easier for teachers to communicate course create a study set for your students
content with students effectively 2. PEAR DECK
- Able to collect learner data across different activities the perfect way to make your Google Slides interactive
2. Flipped Classroom Learning Incorporate listening and drawing activities
- Basic instructions are given before class through videos 3. FLIPGRID
- Classroom discussion would be better focused on problem- Create a digital pen pal program via videos
fun way to create videos rather than writing letters
solving and critical thinking
students can post videos of themselves speaking in the target
- Encouraging an attitude of sustained inquiry language.
3. Video Quiz 4. LYRICSTRAINING
- After a topic is discussed Bring music and song competitions to your class
- Increases learner’s time on the task, and encourages more 5. PADLET
time to practice Host an online discussion
4. Learner Analytics & Data Visualization allows students to view a prompt and respond on an online
- See the progress of the learner discussion board
- Gained for course feedback 6. GOOGLE TOUR CREATOR
- Effective communication to ensure the success of project- virtual field trip
based learning take students on a virtual field trip to the target country
5. Course Gamification allows teachers to create an exciting experience for students that
will immerse them in the target language and culture
- Leverages learners’ desire for socializing, competition,
7. SOCRATIVE
achievement and status
online virtual classroom platform,
- Students are assigned levels or places on leaderboards o most useful for tests and discussion forums
6. Whiteboard Animation Videos conveniently in place for multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank
- Great tool to explain complex concepts to students All they need to do is enter the in-app code specific to that quiz.
- Verbal cues in video help guide the learners 8. DUOLINGO
- Visual part enables them to create a map of new contains lessons that integrate conversation, vocabulary, speaking
knowledge. and listening skills.
7. Training teachers and students for software use 9. STUDY BLUE
- Screen casting is great for training students and teachers Study tool
with the use of software for online learning Students memorize vocabulary, phrases and grammatical
- Guides learners on how softwares and computer tools are concepts more effectually, as well as mastering studying skills.
Students will then be responsible for creating and using their in-
used
app flashcards based on what you upload as study tools for their
___________________________________________________ assignments and tests
Lesson 15: Productivity Software in Language 10. FLUENTU
Teaching & Learning takes real-world videos and turns them into language immersion
TEN COOL WAYS TO USE MS WORD IN YOUR experiences
CLASSROOM has a huge collection of authentic language videos that native
-capable of creating, storing, and printing typed documents speakers in each language actually watch regularly
- one of the top-ranking word-processing software today ~Benefits of using apps in your language teaching~
1. Compose Original Work A. Can enhance student engagement
- print and publish final drafts Enjoy incorporating technology than conventional
2. Insert Comments and Communicate Technology could be a distraction but regulation is essential
- Provide feedback B. Add a whole new dimension to learning
3. Check Readability Reinforcing the material
- Appropriate for kids or challenge students Allowing them to experience language through:
4. Eliminate Busy work o Fresh
- Accessibility and “work smarter, not harder” o Uncharted and interactive means
5. Track Changes o Beyond the pen, paper and textbook
- How their work changes throughout the process Novelty
6. Reformat Documents C. Make learning more easily
- Customize documents to better meet individual Accessibility
7. Support language and mechanics instruction Used inside and outside of the classroom
- Grammar options Require minimal time
8. Spice up documents by inserting attention- D. Can ease the challenges of classroom
grabbing graphics management
- Getting your meaning across, whatever it takes Allow teachers to focus more on teaching and less on attendance
As language teachers, we need to constantly design new
9. Make your documents interactive
experiences to empower our students to us the language their
- Hyperlinks, multimedia presentations
learning
10. Build your own Web page Produce highly dedicated students
- Save as .html files and eliminate the need to buy
BASIC FEATURES OF THE POWERPOINT
1. Design- customize the appearance and format of slides
2. Animation- add movement and effect when switching
3. Presentation- to accommodate public speaking
4. Integration- being compatible with other software in the
domain of Microsoft Office suite to export items
MICROSOFT EXCEL SPREADSHEET OVERVIEW
store information and manipulate
to make informed decisions
1. Data Collection
- Record homework grades, class assignments, and test
scores to keep a tally of overall class grade.
- Keep track of budget
2. Graphs
- Visual presentation to a numeric concept
- To compare difference between things
3. Surveys
- Polling mechanisms to collect multiple responses
4. Time/Calendar
- Timeline
