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In the third week of our class, we learned about using technology to help people learn languages.  We looked at MOOCs, which are free online courses for many people. We also learned about CALL and TELL, which are about using computers and technology in language learning. We found out about blended learning, which mixes online and in-person learning, and how to make online courses. We learned how to tell stories using digital tools and how to use online tools to find information. We also learned about making podcasts and designing blogs. We talked about how to manage a class using technology and how to use programs like Hot Potatoes and Google Drive to help students learn languages. We learned how to use different technology tools in language learning. Tricider: We also learned about a tool called Tricider.   Tricider is a versatile online tool designed to simplify collaborative brainstorming and decision-making. It excels at gathering ideas from diverse groups, making it ...

Class 1: Introduction to Penzu and PhraseTeacher The second week of our TELL class began with an introduction to Penzu , a digital journaling platform designed for private writing and data storage. Since it is a secure and private website, entries can only be shared with individuals granted access via a direct link or email. Our tutor guided us through the login process and introduced key features, such as inserting images, creating new pages, and sharing journal entries. Following this, we explored another educational tool, PhraseTeacher.com , which is used for vocabulary development. This website not only helps learners discover and practice new phrases but also offers an audio feature that allows users to listen to correct pronunciations, making it especially useful for language learners who may struggle with pronunciation. Class 2: Desktop vs. Browser Versions & Screen Capturing Tools In our second class of the week, we examined the differences between desktop and browser-b...

I am in 8th semester. We have been introduced to a new applied linguistics course titled TELL. The course on Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) explores how digital tools reshape language acquisition, making it more interactive and efficient. Over the past three days, we have explored key concepts such as TELL and what is blog, gaining insights into how technology and data-driven approaches influence modern language learning. On the first day in our CALL class, I came to know about Technology Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) refers to language learning through the use of technology. TELL is categorized into two types: Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL). I also learned about corpora, which are collections of written or spoken language used by people in real-life contexts. Notable examples of such corpora include the British National Corpus (BNC) and the Corpus of Contemporary American English (COCA), both of which are essen...

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 This is my first experience with learning technology. I am going to update my blog daily.