If you have a self access centre, the students can use the computers in a variety of ways. Some of the software can be expensive, but a many of the activities here can be used with applications that come free with windows. If you have a sound card, the students can listen to news programmes on line as well. One great advantage of this is that they don't have to wait for the scheduled time, they can listen on demand. The students can listen, record themselves and compare the two recordings.
Students can save their recordings and compare their progress over time.
Class Preparation . If you are having a discussion class you can ask students to research the topic over the net before the class. Students can use the S.A.C. to send and receive emails. If you have used any of these and would like to share your experiences, please email your comments. If you have any ideas which you think will be useful here please submit them HERE .