CLIL and technology driven world
In the past fifty years, 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
3.3. Listening
Just as reading materials are accessible online, the internet and mobile devices offer authentic listening opportunities as well.
Podcasts, audiobooks, and songs are commonly used for language learning purposes.
Podcasts, which are audio or video blogs broadcasted over the internet,
offer a plethora of content by native speakers on various topics such as
news, sports, or radio programming.
Audiobooks, in the form of MP3 audio files, provide learners with rich auditory contexts and can be accessed alongside text files for clarity.
Songs, available through apps like Spotify, expose learners to authentic language and pronunciation while also offering opportunities for vocabulary enrichment. Some apps even offer quizzes to evaluate comprehension and listening skills.
Overall, mobile devices have significantly , making language learning more engaging and effective,
particularly when incorporated into CLIL contexts.