Title: As an ESL educator, I believe that computers and technology are providing teachers with more opportunities to fulfill the needs of ESL learners. These opportunities create a more reliable usage of authentic materials in the process of teaching and
1As an ESL educator, I believe that computers and
technology are providing teachers with more
opportunities to fulfill the needs of ESL
learners. These opportunities create a more
reliable usage of authentic materials in the
process of teaching and learning.
2Improved Teaching
Unlocking the Keys to Success
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Ariana Keja
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3- Rewards can come in all shapes and sizes. The
best reward is the feeling a student gets when
successfully completing a challenging task while
performing the four language skills as an ELL.
4- Using the internet to communicate effectively
with authentic teaching tools is network-based
instruction, which allows for better teaching and
learning solutions.
5- Due to a language barrier and the different
cultural experiences of ESL students, it is
difficult to accomplish success without the use
of computers and other technology.
6- Variants and genres, including documentaries,
interviews and manuals with Achievement Tests,
have become companions of course curriculum in
elementary and secondary education in ESL
classrooms. - The website http//www.longman.com is a program
component companion with internet activities.
The five-level integrated skills series for
language learning are authentic, natural and
motivating.
7- What really matters the most is how we implement
technology. Computers give educators various
opportunities for improving their teaching
capabilities by providing students with more
challenging expectations, creating accountability
and fostering organization.
8- More reliable usage of online based activities
will increase language learning and promote
motivation, while engaging ESL students in
meaningful activities.
http//www.1-language.com/eslactivityzone/
9- Are you thinking about how to give your students
a break? - Perhaps you are considering something a bit more
mentally challenging? - Well, meet
- The example below is from their website
www.funandgames.org
Without lifting pen from paper join these nine
dots with four straight lines
10The Keys to Successfully Becoming a Better Teacher
- Early planning
- Passion and commitment to your profession
- Properly aligning the curriculum to meet state
standards - Effective integration of technology in the
classroom
11The Keys to Successfully Becoming a Better Teacher
- It is all in how you start
- 1. Knowledge
- 2. Commitment
- 3. Continued Professional Growth
- 4. Access to the internet
- 5. A classroom environment focused on
- a student feeling of global
inclusion
12Computers and Technology
- Tips and techniques for improving and exploring
websites - 1. No nightmare of creating lesson plans.
- 2. Easy to download materials.
- 3. No extra time to plan activities.
- 4. Choosing educational games and fun
- activities is just a click away.
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13Learning Contracts
- According to the site www.nmsa.org, the use of
learning contracts can enhance students self
efficacy for reading and writing purposes.
Learning contracts are used to spell-out required
tasks the students have agreed to do. - The choices offered include a list of five
possible projects, of which students are required
to choose one or two. - This allows students more time to improve
learning, it also creates differentiated
instruction opportunities allowing for various
goals for gifted learners, ELLS or students with
disabilities.
14- Share your finding with others.
- The sky is the limit!
- Be certain your students know you believe they
can achieve anything!!!