University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) explores new technology to assess speaking and listening abilities for Cambridge IGCSE.
Dialogue dictations as communicative activities: A four skills task
By David Ockert
Quick Guide
Key words: group work, large group, dialogue, dictation, four-skills
Learner English level: All
Learner maturity level: All
Preparation time: 10-15 minutes
Activity time: Depends on number of students and materials
Materials: Print of a reading text or passage
Introduction
This activity works great with large groups because it requires the use of all four language skills in an exciting, interactive, and low-pressure competition. Furthermore, this activity works great with managing large groups of false-beginners (Norris, 1993). Research shows that Japanese learners of English like to work in groups (Ockert, 2005), but may have feelings toward the efficacy of the task that may differ from the teacher’s (Burden, 2005). However, recent research shows that male students of specific majors prefer moving about the classroom while completing tasks (Ockert, 2006). This task works best in a classroom where tables and chairs can be moved. (more…)
Application of Web Resources for English Language & Literature Teaching
Dr.R.Gandhi Subramanian, Reader (Retired), Postgraduate & Research Department of English, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Coimbatore-641018.
This paper intends to present a discussion on ways to apply web resources for effective teaching of English Language and Literature; how far the multimedia resources are used in our colleges and universities; suggestions to improve teaching of English Language and Literature by using multimedia as an innovative tool and also some of the problems encountered while introducing multimedia as a tool for imparting education.
Multimedia uses combinations of text, graphics, sound, video and animation controlled, coordinated, and delivered on the computer screen. Multimedia encourages inter-activity involving the user to get actively engaged in the presentation of information but not to remain a passive observer. (more…)