Papers for the Proceedings of AsiaCALL2012, HCMCOU, Saigon, Vietnam.
The Design and Development of English Writing Courses Based on the Moodle e-Learning Platform: their Effectiveness Nguyễn Xuân Tiến Lê Xuân Trường advancenx@gmail.com Ho Chi Minh City Open University, Vietnam Abstract This article surveys the design and development of effective English writing courses based on Moodle. It aims to assess the use of Moodle for …
Proceedings of AsiaCALL2012 The 11th International Conference of The Asia Association of Computer-Assisted Language-Learning Ho Chi Minh City Open University Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 18 – 20 November 2012 Conference President: Dr. Pham Vu Phi Ho, Ho Chi Minh City Open University, Vietnam Executive Editor: Dr. Ania B. Lian, Charles Darwin University, Australia Board of Editors for …
Electronic learning as an alternative delivery of English writing tutorials for the improvement of Capitol University’s students’ writing skills Evelyn Khanser Montecalvo Geldolin Luza Inte Capitol University, Philippines geldolin_inte@yahoo.com Abstract The study is quasi-experimental which aimed to compare the writing skills of students in the traditional face-to-face tutorial using appropriate reference materials (control group) and …
The WEBQUEST – An Effective Web-based Tool for Teaching ESP to English Non-Major Students Nguyen Thi Thu The People’s Police University, Vietnam autumnwind20012002@yahoo.com Abstract The need to enhance technical literacy among students and the focus on content-based instruction as the most appropriate method to learn and construct knowledge have resulted in the development of activities …
Building Classroom Games via Multimedia Trần Thị Thơm Danang Architecture University, Vietnam thomfiat@gmail.com Abstract For a teacher, an effective and successful lesson plan is the one that can help students not only master their knowledge, create new skills but also develop their own interest in learning. Therefore, teachers must always invest a lot of their …
Online Vocational Education: A Philippine Experience Kiran S. Budhrani De La Salle University, Philippines kiranbudhrani@gmail.com Jose Lloyd D. Espiritu De La Salle University, Philippines espiritu.lloyd@gmail.com Abstract This paper presents the online education model and initial results of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) ONLINE PROGRAM in the Philippines. The program was launched in …
Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) as an approach to understanding the rhizomatic learning connections of 21st century students Maria Victoria Pineda De La Salle University, Philippines mavic.pineda@delasalle.ph Abstract Personal learning networks (PLNs) define how learners seek knowledge, pull the knowledge and allow this knowledge be used in a suitable context. PLNs further exhibit that formal and …
Applying mind maps as a teaching and learning strategy for ESP Le Huong Hoa Police University, Vietnam hoalehuong@yahoo.com Le Thi Hong Duyen Haiphong Medical University, Vietnam hongduyen.yhp@gmail.com Abstract ESP teaching has become a growing trend and mainstream in Europe and advanced areas and regions in Asia. Though the importance of ESP teaching has come to …
L2 CMC Motivation in Task-based Computer-mediated Communications Pin-hsiang Natalie Wu Chien-kuo Technology University, Taiwan natalie@ctu.edu.tw Wan-ting Chuang National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan Abstract The Internet and new technologies have enabled easy implementation of cross-cultural communications, which has also lead to new trends in L2 learning. Studies of computer-mediated communication competence are rich in content, …
Inquiry into enhancing reflective learning in an online language course Robert Snell robsnell84@gmail.com City and Guilds (Freelance Content Editor), Great Britain Abstract In a learner-centered approach, lecturers constantly adapt their teaching methods to better suit their students’ goals and needs. City and Guilds examinations for speakers of other languages are high stakes language examinations approved …