This study investigates how far the language input can be comprehended when the receptive skills are integrated or separated through seven different types of input. Learners' reactions, preferences and actual performances are compared. Statistical analyses of the findings and significant implications for teachers' roles versus learners' roles are also discussed. The presenter displays materials prepared for a community college low-level ESL course taught in the computer center. In seven weeks, students with no computer experience develop competency with word porcessing and graphics software, Internet searches, and together create class multi-media presentations.
Participants gain hands-on experience as they play the games and share suggestions for variations.
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