AREA: English teaching

TEMA No. 6:
How to use tics in teaching English

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Definition of Technology and Technology

Integration Technology has been defined by different researchers. According to İŞMAN
(2012), it is the practical use of knowledge particularly in a specific area and is a way of
doing a task especially using technical processes, methods, or knowledge. The usage of
technology includes not only machines (computer hardware) and instruments, but also
involves structured relations with other humans, machines, and the environment (İŞMAN,
2012). According to Hennessy, Ruthven, and Brindley (2005) and Pourhosein Gilakjani
(2017), technology integration is defined in terms of how teachers use technology to
perform familiar activities more effectively and how this usage can re-shape these
activities. Dockstader (2008) defined technology integration as the use of technology to
improve the educational environment. It supports the classroom teaching through
creating opportunities for learners to complete assignments on the computer rather than
the normal pencil and paper.

Use of Technology in English Language Class Technology is an effective tool for learners.
Learners must use technology as a significant part of their learning process. Teachers
should model the use of technology to support the curriculum so that learners can
increase the true use of technology in learning their language skills (Costley, 2014;
Murphy, DePasquale, & McNamara, 2003). Learners’ cooperation can be increased
through technology. Cooperation is one of the important tools for learning. Learners
cooperatively work together to create tasks and learn from each other through reading
their peers’ work (Keser, Huseyin, & Ozdamli, 2011).
Recommendations for the Successful Integration of Technology

In the following section, the researcher presents some recommendations for learners to improve
their language skills through using technology:

 Teachers should implement a technology plan that considers integration strategies along
with purchasing decisions (Pourhossein Gilakjani, Leong, & Hairul, 2013). 2.
 Professional development should be specifically considered in order to assure learners’
learning and to change the attitudes of teachers unfamiliar with the advantages that
technology provides (Pourhossein Gilakjani, Leong, & Hairul, 2013). 3.
  The technology plan must be closely aligned with the curriculum standards. Teachers
should know what educational approach is the most effective one when integrating
technologies in the classroom (Pourhossein Gilakjani, Leong, & Hairul, 2013). 4.
 The computer technology is an integral part of the learning activity through which skills
are transferred to learners. 5.
 Language teachers should urge their learners to use technology in developing their
language skills. 6.
 Universities should regard technology as a significant part of teaching and learning
programs. 7.
 Technology experts should provide extra assistance for teachers who use it in teaching
their English courses. 8.
 Teachers should be a pattern for their learners in using computer technology (MEB, 2008;
Pourhossein Gilakjani, & Sabouri, 2017). 9.
 Teachers should create technology-integrated lesson materials. These materials should
concentrate on teaching and learning, not just on technology issues. 10.
 Teachers should find the ways that technology can help them towards learner-centered
instruction as opposed to teacher-centered instruction. 11.
 Teachers should be aware of their roles as guides and facilitators of their learners’ learning
(Molaei & Riasati, 2013; Pourhossein Gilakjani, & Sabouri, 2017). 12.
 In order to facilitate the integration of technology, enough support and technical
assistance should be provided for teachers. 13.
 Training should be provided for teachers to learn how to use and teach it effectively. 14.
 Teachers should seek the guidance from their colleagues who can help them teach better
through using technology.

USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLSH LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING

The tradition of English teaching has been changed with the entry of technology.
Technology plays a positive role in promoting activities and teaching effect in English class
Multimedia technology cultivates students´ interest and motivation in study.

The objective of multimedia language teaching is to promote students´ motivation,

positive thinking and communication skills in social practice.

There are many problems in practical teaching such as:

  Teachers aren´t proficient enough to handle technology confidently in class.
 The courseware lack real-time effect and can not give feedback.
The multimedia is an assisting instrument, can not replace the dominant role teachers and
it is part of teaching process.

TEACHING INTEGRATED SKILLS USING TECHNOLOGY IN EFL OR ESL CLASSROOM

Technology is a tool that can make teaching and learning process effective, interesting and
also enjoyable.
9 Ways to use technology in EFL or ESL instructions.
1. Using short and feature-length videos is an engaging way to work on skills like
vocabulary and comprehension.
2. Apps on IPads and tablest are great ways for students to practice English and have
fun while doing it.
- For practicing grammar rules, apps like Grammar Up allow students to test
their knowledge on specific topics (verbs, prepositions, etc).
3. Digital field trips provide more authentic ways for students to absorb new
information.
4. Students can listen to podcasts to improve their comprehension. Teachers can also
have students create podcast to give them opportunities to practice their speaking.
5. Since snail mail is becoming a thing of past, students can have pen pals that they
email or write too on a discussion board.
6. Web questions are a fun way for students to use the internet to build English
proficiency. Students are given a task and rely on their content knowledge and
grasp of English language to complete it.
7. Students can master spelling, grammar and other English skills by playing games
on the computer or mobile devices.
8. Class blogs provide great forums for students to practice their writing skills.
9. Zoom, Meet and Skype are great ways for students to practice their speaking and
listening skills with other people from any location.

USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING

We have a lot to choose from it: TV, computer, electronic dictionary, blogs, videos.
Information technology offers a better pattern to explore the new teaching model.
As the number of English learners is increasing, different teaching methods have been
implemented to test the effectiveness of the teaching process. The use of authentic
materials in the form of film.
So technology technology provides many options to make teaching more interesting and
productive.

The mayority of teachers still teach in the traditional manner. None of these are bad or
damaging students, but for them to gain.

English Language Teaching continues to grow partially by the internet. It´s proved that
multimedia technology plays a positive role in promoting initiatives of students and
teaching effect in English class.
It is important for English teachers to be aware of the latest and best equipment available
in any given situation. There are many techniques applicable in various degrees to
language learning situation. Some are useful for testing and distance education and some
for spoke English, reading, listening or interpreting.
Let´s see an analysis on necessity of application of multimedia technology to English
Teaching.
- Multimedia technology makes us more access to information besides, crossing
time and space. It offers a sense of reality which cultivates students´ interest
and motivation in study and their involvement in class activities.
- Traditional teaching makes the students passive recipients of knowledge.
While the multimedia technology seeks integration of teaching and learning.
Groups and debates can offer more opportunities for communication among
students and between teachers and students
- The multimedia courseware offers students abundant information. Not only
they could improve their abilities, but also learn the Western culture. Grasping
information through various channel make them actively participate in class
discussion and communication.
- Multimedia teachings break the “teacher-centered” teaching pattern and
improve class effeciciency. It goes beyond time and space and creates more
vivid, visual, authentic environment for English learning
- Multimedia teaching enhances the importance of “interaction” between
teachers and students. It improves students´ ability to listen and speak and to
develop their communicative competence. Using multimedia in context
creation creates a good platform for the exchange between teachers and
students.
- Multimedia teaching makes the class lively and interesting, as well as
optimizing the organization of the class. Teachers can use pictures and images
to enrich the content of the class, and students can use multimedia to
 understand the class in a clear way. It help increase both students´ interest in
learning English, as well as teacher
- Finally, through multimedia teaching the context can be not only in the
classroom, but also after the class. Students are bound to have some problems
in classroom teaching, so they can manipulate the network to contact teachers
and receiving answers by email.