GOD Save the ELT
Hello everyone,
Today I am going to share my ideas about 21st century learning.
What is 21st century learning?
There is no doubt that we can call the 21st century as "the age of technology". Therefore, in this century learning should be lifelong more than ever. We can never say " I have learned everything". Because everything changes too fast. This rapid techange is directly related to technology. Hence, it seems impossible to think of technology and learning seperately. I think it is particularly very beneficial for both language students and teachers. However, there are the things to consider while the teachers integrate technology into the class.
How should technology be integrated into English classrooms?
- First of all, English teacher cantidates should be educated in this area when they are students at the faculties of education. Just like in our school, Marmara University ELT Department.
- Each and every English teacher should be good digital literates and knowledgeable about legal and ethical issues.
- They should use a digital tool only when it is necessary .It should be a tool, not an aim.
- Teachers should plan their classes in accordance with their pedagogical goals and choose appropriate digital tools among thousands of others.The tool should be embeded in the pedagogical goal.
- Not only the teachers but the students should use technology actively in and out of class when it is necessary.
What are the advantages of using technology in English classes?
- A lot of mobil applications or web sites provide students exposure to English in and out of classes.
- By using different applications, teachers can improve students' four skills easier and more effectively. Such as " Fligrid" for speaking ," Quizlet" for vocabulary," Playposit " for listening , "Padlet " for writing and etc.
- Shy students can participate in class thanks to collaborative applications.
- Teachers can give assingnments online , check these and give feedback easily.
- Thanks to digital tools ,lessons can be more fun and time can be saved.
Despite all advantages,can the result cause a disadvantage?
As we see above, there are several advantages of using digital tools in ELT such as making teaching easier and more fun . Though, to tell the truth , I don't like AI at all. I find it dangerous. It does work faster, cheaper and even better than humans in many areas.I fear that being a talented and well-educated person will become meaningless.Everything will be done by AI. Unfotunetly, as a candidate of language teacher, I am afraid that learning and teaching English will be meaningless as well.😞
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