Teaching ELLs in a Digital Age

CONTENTS I. Abstract........................................................................... 5 I.1. The impact of ICT in schools....................................... 6 I.2. Advantages and disadvantages of using e-mail, websites and other internet-based projects with primary/secondary students..................9 I.3. Interactive classroom technology.............................. 13 I.3.a. Using computers with data projectors, Word and Power Point presentations; producing electronic materials................13 I.3.b. Using interactive whiteboards.......................... 20 I.4. Not all ELLs are the same......................................... 21 I.4.a.English Language Learners with Special Needs....23 I.5.Hidden issues in computer-mediated communication....29 I.5.a. Confidence versus scepticism towards using modern technology in teaching and learning...................................................29 I.6. Suggestions for rising efficiency by using the computer during the English classes..............................................................................31 Bibliography............................................................................ 43