The successful incorporation of blended learning into the language curriculum

Simpson, Adam John (2016) The successful incorporation of blended learning into the language curriculum. Advanced Education, 3 (5). pp. 96-107. ISSN 2409-3351 (Print) 2410-8286 (Online)

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Abstract

A phenomenon attracting increasing attention in language curricula is the infusion of technology into traditional, face-to-face (FTF) language instruction. Nevertheless, computer-assisted language learning (CALL) still lacks a body of qualitative research on the notion of blended learning (BL). Particularly, what is lacking is information regarding teachers' perceptions of blended learning, or the roles they are expected to play in such mixed environments; without an understanding of these issues, the creation of new and effective BL curricula is extremely difficult (Grgurovic,2010). That said, much research has been conducted comparing learning outcomes in traditional and blended foreign language classes, although the various socio-cultural (external) and psychological (internal) aspects governing the successful transition of both teachers and learners from FTF to online learning remain unexamined (White,2006). This literature review consequently focuses on the infusion of technology into the language curriculum, specifically in relation to BL, with three purposes in mind: to a) exemplify teacher perspectives on BL; b) their effective transition from FTF to technologically enhanced instruction; and c) examine those factors which are identified as the reasons for teachers having effectively implemented the technological components into a blended curriculum.
Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Blended learning; hybrid courses; educational technology
Subjects: L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2361 Curriculum
T Technology > T Technology (General)
L Education > LC Special aspects of education > LC0065-245 Social aspects of education
L Education > LC Special aspects of education > LC5800-5808 Distance education
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1028.3 Technology. Educational technology
L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions: School of Languages
Depositing User: Adam John Simpson
Date Deposited: 03 Aug 2016 12:29
Last Modified: 26 Apr 2022 09:32
URI: https://research.sabanciuniv.edu/id/eprint/29428

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