The Tragic Path of an Elt Student

Python is an interpreted, object-oriented, high-level programming language with dynamic semantics. Its high-level built in data structures, combined with dynamic typing and dynamic binding, make it very attractive for Rapid Application Development, as well as for use as a scripting or glue language to connect existing components together. Python's simple, easy to learn syntax emphasizes readability and therefore reduces the cost of program maintenance. Python supports modules and packages, which encourages program modularity and code reuse. The Python interpreter and the extensive standard library are available in source or binary form without charge for all major platforms, and can be freely distributed.

Flipgrid  elevates text-based discussion forums with  teacher and student constructed videos . Teachers and students can create a grid about a specific topic and encourage peers and even people from around the world to record a short video about the topic! Flipgrid allows learners of all ages to find their voices, share their voices, and respect the diverse voices of others. Flipgrid students build and strengthen social learning communities as they  discuss their ideas  and  experiences with their peers . Flipgrid  amplifies student voice  and s upports student development  of global empathy as they immerse themselves in each other’s learning processes and perspectives. Click the link if you want to watch my Flipgrid! My Flipgrid Video!

Augmented reality (AR) presents us with so many opportunities for language teaching and learning. If you are not familiar with this concept, perhaps the best example is Pokémon Go! AR allows us to interact with the physical world around us while our understanding is enhanced through the addition of digital content that is layered on that physical world. This additional content can include any information that might be helpful for a particular experience, such as video, directional guidance, historical content, or a virtual personal guide. The ability to interact with others while also making sense of this information can result in a variety of meaningful interactive experiences. It can also be done quite easily for those who are willing to experiment a bit. Those who are willing to go a little further can engage students in the creation of compelling, interactive, immersive experiences that support extensive language practice. Augmented Reality technology ad...

T echnology can help you improve yourself, and that includes your language skills!  From   language apps  to  language learning systems  to  innovative language learning tools , technology is changing language learning.  Each new technological advance leads to new developments in language learning, and each technology offers different advantages.   Some apps   can help you  memorize words .   Software can guide you through a full language course   in the comfort of your own home.  Meanwhile,   virtual reality , the latest player on the language learning scene, can help you practice your language skills like never before. Motivation is the excitement of VR in ELT. Students need to be motivated to use and participate in VR. Many students many have had a VR experience prior to language learning, so that makes them more experts than we think. Students, especially those of young age are significant...