1. Technology and English
Language Learning

2. Why Technology?
 Exposes learning language
environment with low cost
 Responds to individuals’
needs
 Offers non-threatening
learning atmosphere
 Provides authentic materials

3. Understanding the needs of language
learners
 Vocabulary development
 Improved pronunciation
 Exposure to authentic writing
 Attention to phrasing and punctuations

4. Understanding the needs of language
learners
 Multi-sensory learning
 Development of autonomy as a learner
 Improvement of conversational competence
 Exposure to cultural contexts

5. Technology Facilities
 Microcomputers
 Handheld technologies
 Display technologies
 Imaging technologies
 Peripherals
 External storage

6. Beneficial Software
 Tutorial programs
 Videoconferencing
 Electronic interactive
storybooks
 Learning games
 Microsoft Office

7. Beneficial Software
 Podcasts
 Radio Broadcasts
 Translation programs
 Drill-and-practice
programs
 Simulations
 Internet software

8. Technological features
and learners’ skills
 Multi-sensory support
 Opportunities to hear authentic texts across all
subject areas
 Pronunciation and vocabulary instruction
 Fluency training

9. Technological features
and learners’ skills
 Multiple exposures to the same
text
 Note-taking features improving
comprehension
 Writing and proofreading
 Independent access to materials

10. Problems from using
technology
 Technology overuse
and misuses
 Malware
 Viruses
 Spyware
 Spam

11. References
 Bahena, E. (2012). Using technology to facilitate K-12 instruction. Retrieved from
http://technologyink-12.blogspot.com
 Buzzle. (2013). Types of technology in the classroom. Retrieved from
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/types-of-technology-in-the-classroom.html
 Citrus Computers. (2013). Malware removal service. Retrieved from
http://www.citruscomputers.com/computer-repairs/malware-removal/
 Doane, C. (2012). Cell phones in class. Retrieved from http://cdoaneed554.blogspot.com
 English and Culture Tutoring Services. (2013). How English language should change in the
future. Retrieved from http://www.englishandculture.com/blog/bid/71349/How-English-
Language-Learning-Should-Change-in-the-Future
 Groupon. (2012). Retrieved form http://www.groupon.co.za/deals/national-deals/pay-r279-for-
an-iq-smart-learning-software-cd-valued-r695--save-60-/1082365

12. References
 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. (2013). On our way to English. Retrieved from
http://www.hmheducation.com/onourwaytoenglish/index.php#1
 Imagine Learning. (2013). Cost-cutting technology #5: computer-based interventions.
Retrieved from http://www.imaginelearning.com/blog/index.php/tag/educational-software/
 Kurzweil Educational Systems. (2004). Using technology as a solution for English language
learners in higher education. Retrieved from http://www.kurzweiledu.com/files/kurzweil-3000-
ell-higher-ed.pdf
 Pearson. (2013). ELLIS: a digital learning ELL curriculum. Retrieved from
http://www.pearsonschool.com/index.cfm?locator=PSZyMo
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Pearson Education, Inc.
 Sisson, G. (2012). Improving technology use in K-12 grades. Retrieved form
http://www.eduguide.org/library/viewarticle/1374
 Techieliz. (2012). English learning made easy. Retrieved from
http://www.techieliz.com/2012/03/english-learning-made-easy/