CALL (Computer-Assisted Language Learning) in-and

outside the language class

Fernando Díaz Ruiz

WebCT: Some easy tricks to use it better

I. Simple ideas to take advantage of the educational material on the Internet (in-and outside the language class).

II. Exercises and tests in virtual learning environments as a learning tool

C.A.L.L.: My teaching experience (2006-2013)

• Do I give to my students enough opportunities to learn at home?

• How do I use WebCT?

• Can I do it better?

WebCT: Two simple tricks

- Split the syllabus!!

- When posting links: Be precise!!

WebCT: Exercises

WebCT has a self-test tool (Self Test) that allows the designer to create self-test exercises in two possible ways:

- writing the questions and answers one by one.

- creating the exercises in an external text file using a text editor (as Word), subsequently, this file is imported to WebCT.

WebCT: Exercises

My project (2010-2013): individual exercises to help students to learn & succeed.

The final target:

- Self-tests every chapter.

- Possibility of an automatic feedback for the student & information for the teacher.

WebCT: Exercises

SOME EXAMPLES

More information:http://cte.ulb.ac.be/index.php/cellpractice

Questions?