UNSW Handbook Course - Research in Technology and Language Skills

Research in Technology and Language Skills - EDST5324


	Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
	School: School of Education
	Contact: Jones,Sarah Caroline
	Campus: Kensington Campus
	Career: Postgraduate
	Units of Credit: 8
	EFTSL: 0.167 (more info)
	Contact Hours per Week: 2
	Session Offered: See Class Timetable
	Fee Band: 5 (more info)

Description

Introduces students to current research in the use of technology (e.g., computer audio, video, speech recognition, text-to-speech, internet, messaging) in developing language proficiency (speaking, listening, reading and writing skills) and electronic literacy (online communication, critical evaluation of information). Examines the design, findings, and direction of research in this area which is relevant to teaching English, English as a second language, and foreign languages.

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