HSIU-TING HUNG

HHUNG@CCMS.NKFUST.EDU.TW

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

NATIONAL KAOHSIUNG FIRST UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Using video technology to support language learning development

Introduction

Research DesignResearch Design Research QuestionsResearch Questions

Context: A college English course in Taiwan

Participants: 26 college students, aged 21-24

Task: Video-Based Reflection1. Intensive training on presentation2. Video recordings of student performance3. Reflective learning journals

Sources of Data:1. Reflective learning journals2. Interview comments3. Course evaluation

Data Analysis: Content analysis

RQ #1:

Is the use of video an aid or hindrance in the process of EFL learning?

RQ #2:

In what ways does the use of video support or constrain the process of EFL learning?

The Study

Video Recorded Presentation

Guided Reflection

1. Did you make use of any introduction strategies?

2. How did you organize the major points of the presentation?

3. Did you make use of any conclusion strategies?

4. How was your physical delivery of the presentation in terms of posture and movement, eye contact, and costume?

5. What strengths of your oral performance did you notice from this learning experience?

6. What weaknesses of your oral performance did you notice from this learning experience?

7. What have you learned from this learning experience as a whole?

Pedagogical Considerations

Video-Based Reflection

Language-Based Tasks: reflective journals, guided reflection, transcription, peer review, group discussion, teacher-student conference, etc.

Technological Applications

Video Capturing Tools Analog mode: VHS tape recorder Digital mode: Digital camera, Digital camcorder

File format: *.avi *.wmv *.mpg *.mov *.flv

Video Editing Tools PC users: Windows Movie Maker, Adobe Premiere Mac users: iMovie, Final Cut Pro

Video Publishing Tools Web format: You Tube, MySpace, Blogger CD format: Ahead Nero, Raxio Easy CD Creator

Conclusion

Cautions & challenges ahead:

The digital divide

Prerequisite of multimedia literacy

Technical support