Generation Z students, shaped by technology and pandemic online classes, find reading challenging due to shorter attention spans and a preference for visual and oral information. Digital natives who are accustomed to constant digital exposure quickly embrace technology but find traditional reading tedious. Educators struggle to teach reading amidst online learning transitions. To aid comprehension, teachers should employ include visual aids, structured sentences, and active learning. Proficiency in reading is essential for academic success and standardized exams. This presentation promotes diverse teaching approaches to improve Generation Z's reading abilities, vital for their academic and professional futures.
The speaking skill in the second-language classroom is mostly ignored, difficult to assess, and the dialogues commonly employed in English as a foreign or second language (EFL/ESL) textbooks for exercising it are stubbornly grounded in the written form. Although it is common knowledge in the TESOL community that the affective factors of anxiety and self-esteem influence second-language acquisition and that our models for teaching speaking show that the role of authentic speech is fundamental for teaching the speaking skill, no work until now has shown instructors how to prepare students for creating authentic speech before entering into dialogues in action.
Augmented Reality (AR) revolutionizes language education by combining real-life environments with digital information which can be viewed through a device such as a smartphone, tablet, computer, or AR glasses. In this presentation, we will delve into various features of AR technology and its applications in second language acquisition and teaching.
Join our interactive workshop and learn to integrate AI tools to create dynamic, tailored Kahoot quizzes that cater to diverse language proficiencies. This session provides hands-on experience in developing and testing quizzes, utilizing AI for personalized vocabulary, grammar, and listening skills enhancement. Gain insights into effective strategies for fostering engaging, adaptive learning environments. Participants should bring their own devices.
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Capital Area Chapter serves the following regions: - Amador County - El Dorado County - Placer County - Sacramento County - Sutter County - Yolo County - Yuba County
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Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4012
This presentation will give the audience opportunities to see the innovative applications of three domains of authenticity, linguistic, cultural, and functional (Buendgens-Kosten, 2013) in ESOL. In addition, it will present the ideas of various activities applying the three domains of authenticity in various interesting contexts such as online materials, signs, and humor. The audience will be able to widen their view to incorporating authenticity in ESL/EFL classes, especially in connection with technology.
