W hile knowledge and technology skills are essential, perhaps the most challenging part of using technology effectively is the pedagogical application of technology. Creating age, level and goal appropriate tasks to use with authentic video or web materials. Developing strategies or teaching techniques that are effective when using a particular form of technology. Preparing students for learning experiences using technology and retaining class control when all students are working independently at computers. Fostering real communication in virtual environments.
T here are many ways to approach language teacher development in the use of technology.
Which are most effective will depend on the teacher-learners current knowledge, skills, teaching experience, teaching goals and time availability. In most situations there is not a single way to provide the best learning experience in technology for a group of teachers. Integrate technology topics and technology use into regular methods, materials or practicum courses Ex. When teaching about the use of 'authentic' materials, include a section on searching for and saving authentic materials on the Web, and accessing text, audio and video web sources via browsers and plug-ins. How to create a successful keypal experience for students, from using accents in e-mail messages to finding keypals to developing meaningful exchanges to evaluation the experience.