Sat, 15 August 2009  In this episode, we discuss common challenges teachers face in implementing CALL activities in their classes as well as tips and strategies for adapting to these challenges. Volker Hegelheimer, Associate Professor of English, Iowa State University
Joy Lynn Egbert, Associate Professor of Education, Washington State University Host: Shannon Sauro, Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics and TESL, University of Texas at San Antonio Key Themes: - Favorite CALL activities - Common challenges - Advice for language teachers incorporating CALL into their lessons for the first time Related Links: Theme music "Afterburner" by Ambient Teknology. Available at magnatune.com Comments[0] |
Thu, 30 April 2009 In this episode we discuss the
factors influencing CALL practitioners' decision to seek further professional
development as well as resources for keeping up with new changes in technology. Greg Kessler, Assistant Professor of CALL, Ohio University
Joy Lynn Egbert, Associate Professor of Education, Washington State University Host: Shannon Sauro, Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics, University of Texas at San Antonio Key Themes: - The likelihood of CALL trained practitioners to actually implement CALL-based activities in the classroom Related Links & Resources: - Keeping up with CALL - Top 5 resources for continued professional development Language Lab Unleashed Language Learning & Technology Northwest Council for Computer Education TESOL CALL Interest Section
Direct download: Episode_2_Continued_Professional_Development.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:34 AM Comments[0] |
Thu, 17 April 2008 For our inaugural episode, we talk with two experts in CALL regarding the skills and knowledge that are necessary for language educators to do CALL. Volker Hegelheimer, Associate Professor of English, Iowa State University
Greg Kessler, Assistant Professor of CALL, Ohio University Host: Shannon Sauro, Visiting Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics and TESL, University of Texas at San Antonio Key Themes: - TESOL Technology Standards - Critical skills and strategies - Differences and similarities in skills needed for K-12 versus adult educators - Advice for language teachers just beginning training in CALL Related Links: Theme music "Afterburner" by Ambient Teknology. Available at magnatune.com Comments[1] |
Wed, 19 March 2008 Welcome to the CALLspot, a podcast focused on all things CALL. In each episode, we talk with CALL practitioners and experts to discuss teaching and professional development resources, tackle the challenges of incorporating technology in language teaching, and explore major themes in computer-assisted language learning. Our first episodes will debut in April. Coming soon
Episodes are planned
for the following topics: Student Welfare & Privacy in Cyberspace Copyright Considerations CALL for the Low-Tech & No-Tech Classrooms Second Life Setting up International Telecollaborations Category: general -- posted at: 2:57 AM Comments[0] |
