CLIL and technology driven world
In the past fifty ye
ars, the world has undergone profound changes in the
way information is both provided and acquired, as described by Goodwyn
(2014). From the earliest films of the 1960s to the latest technological
devices, the media landscape has evolved significantly. Major
advancements such as AI, the internet, Skype, and email have revolutionized
communication, while social networks have transformed online
interaction. With teachers increasingly refining their writing skills
through digital platforms like blogs, traditional reading habits have
also been influenced by visual media. This shift has led to the
emergence of new literacies, including visual literacy, as articulated
by Debes (1969). Visual literacy, encompassing the ability to interpret
visual stimuli and integrate sensory information, plays a crucial role
in learning and communication in our modern, technology-driven world. As
society becomes increasingly computer-literate, the integration of
technology into education has become imperative to meet the evolving
needs of learners.
3. Digital Tools and CLIL Lesson
3.2. Reading
Mobile devices offer convenient access to webpages, granting students
the ability to explore a vast array of authentic texts across a
multitude of subjects. They can search for answers or gather information
on assigned topics from various websites.
Some platforms cater specifically to language learners, providing valuable resources for grammar, pronunciation, and current phrases.
- the BBC Learning English app offers not only grammar and pronunciation support but also texts on contemporary issues
- the Learn English Teens website by the British Council features texts with comprehension and vocabulary questions tailored to learners at different proficiency levels. It also offers tasks for understanding video content, self-testing, and grammar and vocabulary exercises.
- for an American perspective, the Voice of America Learning English website provides texts on current affairs accompanied by audio recordings for further engagement and comprehension.