Taking English Beyond the Everyday

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Published: Jun 25, 2019
DOI: https://doi.org/10.18290/rped.2015.7(43).1-8
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Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL); language learning; technology

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Lynn W. Zimmerman
Aleksander Xhuvani University, Elbasan

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One of the strongest elements of effective teaching and learning is relevance for the learner. In the foreign language teaching context, relevance is related to relevant topics which engage learners' interest and relevant language skills and functions. Teacher training for foreign language teachers can offer techniques and strategies which can help these teachers integrate relevant content and language objectives for their students. Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), the simultaneous teaching and learning of content and a foreign language, is one way to accomplish this goal. In the 21st century, relevance is also related to technology. The use of the Internet, social media, and Web 2.0 has been recognized by language teachers as a means of providing their students with authentic communication opportunities which boost the relevance of and interest in foreign language learning activities. When combined with technology, content-based language learning can develop learners that use their knowledge effectively and authentically.

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Vol 7 No 1 (2015)
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