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Information & Communication Technologies for Language Learning & Teaching

Course Description
Course Code: UEF1 (O/P) Title: ICT for Language Learning and Teaching
Credits: Did. 04 CL 01 Coefficient: Did 02 CL 01 Prepared by: Mr. Maamar MISSOUM
Period: Semester 3 of the MA Degree Work Load: Did 97 Hours (45 in class + 52 Self-study)
(per week 3 class hours and 3H30 self-study) - CL 22H30
1. Course Objectives
1.1 Curriculum Common Objectives: In this course, you will attempt to
1. Develop good research skills through reading, discussion and critique of research articles on
various issues relevant to the component modules of the syllabus; research skills are given
importance to prepare learners for academic research (MA, PhD and postdoctoral) as well as
professional careers.
2. Develop deeper knowledge and skills for English language teaching by discussing strategies to
maximise learning;
3. Develop English proficiency: The learners are expected to reach at least a high intermediate
level in English; such proficiency is required for both teaching, research and professional purposes;
4. Develop academic modesty, tolerance and ethical attitudes that should allow learners to be
agents of development in their environment; and
5. Develop critical thinking which is especially necessary to thrive in academic and professional
environments.
At the end of this program, the learners are expected to demonstrate both declarative and procedural
knowledge of the above requirements. As much as possible, they will be asked to perform the skills
covered; the preparation and then defence of a research thesis is the main performance test to
demonstrate their research skills. Source: MA Syllabus (Didactics of Foreign Languages)
1.2 Course-Specific Objectives: The aim of this course is to develop a baseline knowledge (no
specialization is intended) about a number of issues especially related to ICT tools and teaching and
learning. At the end of this course, you should be able to
1. Demonstrate ability to describe
1.1 The key ICT tools available for learning and teaching
1.2 The opportunities offered by those technologies;
1.3 The challenges posed by them
2. Demonstrate procedural knowledge that is appropriate to use those technologies and maximize
their benefits (by moderating their challenges)
2. Work Method
2.1 The Lead In: Recollect your experience with the ICT of the day. What were you reaction,
attitude, thoughts?
2.2 Class Procedure: This class should aim to be learner-centred with the teacher acting as a
facilitator. Participants in this seminar will be assigned to readings about the selected ICTs. Students
are expected to
1. Read, understand and summarise the reading before the ICT is discussed in class;
2. Classroom work will generally revolve around the following tasks done in pairs (5-7 minutes); a
student will present his/her pair’s work to class (5 minutes) followed by a whole class discussion;
2.1 Formulating a clear and concise definition of the ICT from the reading text
2.2 Benefits and challenges of the ICT for the learner/learning and / or the teacher/teaching;
2.3 How teachers/learners can use the ICT for better learning
2.4 Critique of the reading: writing aspects
2.5 Critique of the reading: research method used by the author (objectives clear, primary data?
Validity, reliability, possibility for replication, etc.)
NB: 1. Students are encouraged to prepare their contribution related to the above tasks before class.
2. During classes, learners are expected to listen attentively and do tasks actively.
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3. Students are assigned topics in pairs (Didactics) or groups of 3 (CivLit) to read about and present
for 15 minutes. The presentation is an introduction to start a discussion about the topic.
2.3 Practice: Make a brief lesson plan to illustrate the use of the ICT of the day in learning/teaching.
3. Assessment
1. Ongoing: 20 / 20 Did None – CL: Oral Presentation on 1 Topic 16 / 16 + Social Emotional
Skills (Behaviour)/Self-Management 4 / 4
2. Written Exam 20 / 20
Format: to be announced before exam
Content: Exam items will assess your knowledge related to course readings + classroom discussion.
4. Pedagogical Material: Reading assigned by the instructor (mainly research articles).
NB: If you wish to read (more) about the topics covered in class, send me an email to
mrmissoum13@yahoo.fr in order to receive a couple of suggested readings
5. Course Outline (week by week)
NB: The list of units covered can be altered to better respond to the needs of each new class of
learners.
Task 1: What issue(s) do you suggest we add to the below list? Please support your suggestion with
arguments
Weeks Contents & Objectives
Course Introduction: Discussion of Objectives, Work Method, Assessment and Course
14 -15Wks 13Wk 12Wk 11Wk 10Wk Wk 9 Wk 8 Wk 7 Wk 6 Wk 5 Wk 4 Wk 3 Wk 2 1Wk

Outline (Handout Course Description M2 Did+CL S3 Information & Communication

Technologies for Language Learning & Teaching 2019-20 S)
1. Technology Integration in EFL – Introduction: Opportunities, Barriers and Solutions
2. Using Personal Computers in Learning / Teaching EFL
3. Using Smart Board in Teaching EFL
4. Using ICTs in Learning / Teaching Listening
5. Using ICTs in Learning / Teaching Speaking
6. Using ICTs in Learning / Teaching Reading
7. Using ICTs in Learning / Teaching Writing
8. Using ICTs in Teaching Pronunciation / Literature
9. ICTs for Teaching Didactics / Civilisation
10. Using Cell-Phones in Learning / Teaching EFL
11. Using Electronic Portfolios in Learning / Teaching
12. Designing an Online Course
13. Course Management Systems
14. Assessment in Distant Education: Opportunities, Challenges and Solutions
15. Learner Motivation in Distant Education
16. Using ICTs for Teacher Preparation and Continuing Professional Development
17. Self-Access Centre for Teaching EFL
18. Learner Collaboration in Distance Education
19. Online Communities of Practice
20. ICTs for Special Education
21. Using Electronic Games in Teaching EFL
22. Using ICTs for Better Class Management
23. Using ICTs for Assessment in EFL Classes
24. Suggested by the learners

Final Exam - Final Exam Correction and Feedback

Task 2: How can you improve the present course description?