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Using MOOCs for ( English ) language teaching and training

Using MOOCs for ( English ) language teaching and training. Abigail Bruhlmann 2 nd Annual Binghamton University Conference on Foreign Language Teaching September 20-21 , 2014. Presentation Overview. What is a MOOC? How do MOOCs work? Benefits and challenges of online learning

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Using MOOCs for ( English ) language teaching and training

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  1. Using MOOCs for (English)language teaching and training Abigail Bruhlmann 2nd Annual Binghamton University Conference on Foreign Language Teaching September 20-21, 2014

  2. Presentation Overview • What is a MOOC? • How do MOOCs work? • Benefits and challenges of online learning • What kinds of (English) language courses are available? • courses for students • courses for teachers • MOOC demo • Review quiz :)

  3. What is a MOOC? Massive (thousands of participants from all over the world) Open (free of charge/low costso that anyone can participate) Online (do it anywhere, any time) Course (collaboration, assessment, certificate upon completion) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eW3gMGqcZQc

  4. What is a MOOC like?

  5. MOOC Benefits • Free (or low cost) • Access to courses at prestigious universities • Large community to collaborate with • Flexible timing • Continual professional development • Archived courses • No penalty for not finishing the course!!

  6. MOOC Challenges…(and helpful tips)! • Getting comfortable with the format (Online video tutorials, discussion boards) • Time management (Pace yourself throughout the week) • Keeping yourself motivated to finish (Form weekly study groups)

  7. Where to find MOOCs • edx.org • coursera.org • udacity.com (tech courses only)

  8. MOOCs related to language: • Intermediate Chinese Grammar September 15, 2014 • Principles of Written English, Part 1 September 17, 2014 • English for Doing Business in Asia September 21, 2014 • Write 101x – English Grammar and Style September 22, 2014 • Decouvrir la science politique September 25, 2014 • Educaciónparaunasociedad del conocimientoFebrurary 2015 • Descubriendo la pinturaeuropea de 1400 a 1800 Februrary 2015 • AP English Language and Composition April 1, 2015 • On Ramp to AP French Language and Culture August 10, 2015

  9. MOOCs related to language: • Chinese for Beginners Ongoing • Crafting an Effective Writer: Tools of the Trade (Fundamental English Writing) September 12, 2014 • English Composition 1: Achieving Expertise September 22, 2014 • Auf Deutsch: Communicating in German Across Cultures October 6, 2014 • Digital Systems – SistemasDigitales: De laspuertaslógicas al procesadorFebrurary 16, 2015 • Shaping the Way We Teach English 1: The Landscape of ELT* 2015 • Shaping the Way We Teach English 2: Paths to Success in ELT* 2015 *(English Language Teaching)

  10. Principles of Written English College Writing 2.1x(November - December 2013) (September – October 2014) Week 1:Grammar Review Week 2:Sentences and Paragraphs Week 3:Thesis Statements Week 4:The Essay Week 5:Revision Practices

  11. Principles of Written English College Writing 2.2x (January - February 2014) Week 1: Vocabulary Development Week 2: Understanding Tone and Diction Week 3: Common Errors in Writing Week 4: Advanced Process Writing Week 5: Advanced Revision, Proofreading, and Editing

  12. Principles of Written English College Writing 2.3x (April - May 2014) Week 1: Introduction to Writing in the Disciplines Week 2: Writing in Literature & Creative Writing Week 3: Writing in Science & Technology Week 4: Writing in Social Sciences Week 5: Professional Writing

  13. www.coursera.org Courses related to English language teacher training: Shaping the Way We Teach English MOOC series 1. The Landscape of English Language Teaching April-May 2014, 2015 2. Paths to Success in ELT May 12 - June 9, 2014, 2015

  14. Shaping the Way We Teach English The Landscape of English Language Teaching (April-May 2004) Week 1: Authentic materials to enhance student motivation Week 2: Pair and group work for collaborative learning Week 3: Critical and creative thinking to drive learning Week 4: Learner feedback and assessment to evaluate student progress Week 5: Language in context and using content to structure language learning

  15. Shaping the Way We Teach English Paths to Success in ELT (May - June 2014) Week 1: Integrating skills and using tasks to motivate learners Week 2: Alternative assessment to demonstrate language ability Week 3: Incorporating individual learning differences in instruction Week 4: Effective classroom management Week 5: Reflective teaching

  16. Tips for success in a MOOC • Be an active participant in the discussion forums when posting and commenting • Write clear, interesting subject lines for your posts • Fully explain your thoughts (avoid one-word answers) • Give polite, constructive, and detailed feedback to your peers • Take advantage of the additional homework opportunities • Don’t give up if you fall behind on course work!

  17. Quiz! 1. What does MOOC stand for? 2. What are two websites that offer MOOCs related to language teaching? 3. About how much is the weekly time commitment? 4. What are the benefits of participating in a MOOC? 5. How can you keep yourself motivated to finish a MOOC? 6. What happens if you are not able to finish a MOOC?

  18. Further reading on MOOCs http://www.bdpa-detroit.org/portal/index.php/comittees/high-school-computer-competition-hscc/29-education/57-moocs-top-10-sites-for-free-education-with-elite-universities.html http://www.forbes.com/sites/ccap/2014/09/16/moocs-finishing-is-not-the-important-part/ http://www.educause.edu/library/massive-open-online-course-mooc http://www.evolllution.com/distance_online_learning/learning-pressure-english-writing-moocs-international-audience/

  19. Thank you! Questions or comments? Contact me! abigail.bruhlmann@gmail.com

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