Vol. 4 Issue 5. – Book of the week: ‘Teaching English Language Learners through Technology’ by Tony Erben, Ruth Ban & Martha Castañeda

ELTWeekly Vol. 4 Issue#5 | January 30, 2012 | ISSN 0975-3036

In Teaching English Language Learners through Technology, the authors explore the use of computers/technology as a pedagogical tool to aid in the appropriate instruction of ELLs across all content areas. The special focus of this book is on the informed use of various technologies and software programs that can specifically aid ELLs. Strategies are also provided for varying levels of access–whether teachers teach in a one computer classroom, have access to multiple computers, or have the ability to go into a computer lab at their school. A fully annotated list of web and print resources completes the volume, making this a valuable reference to help teachers harness the power of computer-assisted technologies in meeting the challenges of including all learners in effective instruction.

Review

“Erben, Ban, and Castanda provide comprehensible, logical discussions in a three-part format for both pre- and in-service teachers who consider technology use in their teaching.”–Hung-che Chen, Education Review (November 2009)

About the authors

Tony Erben is Assistant Professor of Education and Director of the ESOL Endorsement Program at the University of Tampa.

Ruth Ban is Assistant Professor of Education in TESOL at Barry University.

Martha Castañeda is Assistant Professor of Foreign Language Education at Miami University.

Teaching English Language Learners through Technology (Teaching English Language Learners Across the Curriculum)