TELL @ ELI
Technology Enhanced Language Learning
English Language Institute

Heidi H. Taylor

Using Digital Video in the Classroom
to Support Students' Self-Reflection of Performance

by Raymond Cepko

As many of you know, the ELI now has two MiniDV camcorders that instructors can use to videotape their classes. Beginning the summer session of 2006, instructors will now be able to burn CDs and DVDs on the new office computers. While most instructors have been using the camcorders to video their own classroom performance for their portfolios or for self-reflection, it is important to keep in mind that the same can be done to help the students self-reflect. More

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Action Research:
Hand-written vs. Audio-Recorded Feedback on Students' Papers

Providing extensive feedback on students' papers in an EFL/ESL academic writing class can be a challenge. The results of the present action research study show whether audio-recorded feedback (a feature available in MS Word) is better than traditional hand-written. More

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Vocabulary Building in Moodle

The glossary feature available in Moodle allows more than creating lists of words accessible online. This article discusses how to enhance your students’ vocabulary building by creating a collaborative and student-centered environment and by using automatic linking inside your Moodle classroom. More

 

 

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