bringing technology in the ELT classroom: costs and benefits

Hello everybidy, I am interested in the issue of bringing ICT in today's classroom.And I want more lights be shed on both the advantages and drawbacks of bringing ICT into the classroom environment.In other words, how can we make from ICT a successful tool in the teachnig learning process? or let's say how can we overcome the obstacles facing the use of technology for pedagogical purposes.Regards

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Permalink Reply by Bernadette on December 12, 2010 at 3:13pm

Hi Rachid

I am a bit of a fan of podcasting with my students. It's very simple to create podcasts, say through Audacity, on any content heavy topic the students are studying. In small groups, they could do the recording. Then if you have a learning management system or intranet where they can share the podcasts, others can download them to their mobile phones/ipods. Listening is a great way to learn. I have also used podcasts on excursions.

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Permalink Reply by rachid ait oumaiz on December 12, 2010 at 3:51pm

Thank you very much for sharing with us your experience.It really helps a lot in terms of classroom practice.Podcats can be regarded as useful tools for creating students' motivation to learn.