For the past two years, however, colleagues and I have been developing a procedure that uses mini-recorders to help students become more responsible for their own learning. We conclude with a short discussion of the value and feasibility the procedure in promoting learner independence. RCSE has seven basic elements. The recording topic and task can be presented in a variety of ways according to teachers' and students' preferences and needs.
Eclecticism is encouraged and helps keep students interested.
For example, if the topic were How to do something, we might teach students how to play a simple game. After the introductory activities, students receive the homework assignment. Uh, please tell me how to do something. M Oh, fishing. M First, go to the lake or pond with fishing tackle.