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A New Teacher in a Berlitz Classroom
The technology provided for me consisted of binders with step by step lessons and audio CD's. Classes were held in the business offices of a phospate company in Casa Blanca, Morocco. The classroom consisted of a conference room equipped with non-working technology equipment. -
A Whiteboard and Erasable Markers: A Low Tech Tool for the Classroom
A whiteboard and erasable markers are essential tools for a modern classroom. Teachers and students rely on this low tech tool to help illustrate new concepts, to practice new language skills, and to encourage creativity and collaboration in the classroom through group activities. -
A Low Tech Approach i
My next use of technology was with the classic Overhead Projector. I used this low-tech tool when demonstrating new concepts, reviewing homework, and for whole class activities. -
Colored Pencils: A New Teacher's Low Tech Tool
Colored pencils are a great low tech tool for the classroom. -
Computers and the Internet: High-Tech Tools for ELL Classrooms
I first started using computers for teaching ESL while volunteer tutoring. My student and I would visit Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab where the student would listen to short clips and then practice by taking quizzes for comprehension. -
Educational Television
Educational television is a low tech tool for every classroom. I started using the resource when I volunteer tutored students. -
Liquid Paper
Yup, you read the title right! As an EFL Instructor in KSA, I often used liquid paper for errors on required forms. The university wanted us to use it and it was even given to all teachers as part of their supply kits. -
Interactive Whiteboard (Smartboard)
In KSA, each classroom was equipped with a Smartboard with projector. Unfortunately, they were often broken down, and so teachers learned to work and teach without them. -
iPads are a great tool for the classroom
I often use iPads when tutoring to demonstrate concepts. It allows students the opportunity to have a hands-on experience, while ofering great visuals on what they are learning. -
Creating Digital Stories with iMovie
I have been working with a mid-level ESL student to create her first digital story. Not used to hands-on learning, she is really enjoying the experience. Creating digital stories is a great way to learn both in and outside of the classroom.
