Introduction
Henry Jenkins states that we are living in a time when spectatorial culture is giving way
to participatory culture. As we live our lives whether at work, play or school, old and new media enters our
lives in various ways and connects with us as living, learning individuals and in the process changes us.
This is the essence of convergence culture.
Language learning is also being shaped by technology and media.
This website considers the impact of technology on language learning, focusing specifically on elements of vocabulary development and learning.
It is divided into four broad areas as follows:
This website was prepared to meet the major project requirement of ETEC 511 Conceptualizing Educational Technology ~ UBCO
by Vernon Karl Dick #68102136
This is the essence of convergence culture.
Language learning is also being shaped by technology and media.
This website considers the impact of technology on language learning, focusing specifically on elements of vocabulary development and learning.
It is divided into four broad areas as follows:
- The Foundation ~ Summarizes current EFL vocabulary research and instructional practices. This section acts as a base for thinking about vocabulary learning and technology.
- Recent Literature ~ Identifies several contemporary applications of technology for vocabulary instruction and learning.
- Personal Experience ~ A personal experience cross-section of technologies and technology influenced strategies currently in use at schools in China, both where I am currently or have recently taught.
- Other Voices ~ A collection of thoughts about technology, society and learning from influential voices in the field.
This website was prepared to meet the major project requirement of ETEC 511 Conceptualizing Educational Technology ~ UBCO
by Vernon Karl Dick #68102136