ELT-99
Atefeh Golmohammadpour
First site: CNN 10
CNN 10 is a daily news show for students over 13 and other viewers who want to
learn about current events and global issues in 10 minutes. It is where students
learn how to consume and evaluate media.
CNN Digital is the world leader in online news and information and seeks to
inform, engage and empower the world. Staffed 24 hours, seven days a week by a
dedicated team in CNN bureaus around the world, CNN’s digital platforms deliver
news from almost 4,000 journalists in every corner of the globe.
Their products and platforms take you to the farthest corners of the world, and they
bring the world to you, delivering content and services that enrich your lives, your
families and your communities.
CNN 10 replaced CNN Student News, the network’s longest-running show that
first aired in 1989. CNN 10 serves an audience interested in compact on-demand
news broadcasts - either on the go or in the classroom. The show’s priority is to
identify stories of international significance and clearly describe why they’re
making news, who is affected, and how the events fit into a complex, international
society. The show maintains a neutral position on controversial topics. It seeks to
provide multiple viewpoints, clear illustrations, and general overviews instead of
graphic descriptions.
CNN 10 offers limited supports for classroom use: broadcast transcripts, weekly
quiz questions, and a daily email "heads-up" sent the night before to teachers. In
December 2019, CNN 10 began using YouTube as its preferred platform for
viewing new episodes and hosting archived broadcasts. CNN 10 also encourages
students to subscribe and participate in the community through comments. If you
are concerned about students accessing comments or encountering inappropriate
material, show the newscast on your classroom screen instead of using student
devices. As with all video content, CNN 10 reminds teachers to preview each
episode before sharing with students.
In addition to world news, episodes include human-interest stories and an
occasional 10-second trivia question. The news is delivered in a high-energy style
that'll appeal to teens
Cons: Ads can distract students or surface inappropriate content. Limited lesson
resources.
You can: Ask students to choose a story of interest and probe into it for more
depth. Flip the classroom by having students watch selected videos at home, and
facilitate related projects in class.
Students can improve their listening skill by making regular use of this site.
Second site: Learning2gether
The site helps students by offering them a variety of materials and activities related
to Traci Talk, such as:
- A video of Phil Hubbard and Vance Stevens discussing the development and use
of Traci Talk
- A description of the program's features, benefits, and challenges
- A link to download the program or access it online
- A list of references for further reading on interactive participatory drama and
Traci Talk
- A testimonial from the Abu Dhabi Women's College, Independent Learning
Center, which has used Traci Talk in its online courses
Advantages:
- The site provides a variety of resources and information for language teachers
and learners, which can help them improve their language skills and knowledge.
- The site offers a program called Traci Talk, that can help students practice their
speaking and listening skills in a fun and engaging way.
- The site allows students to download the program or access it online, which can
make it convenient and flexible for them to use it in their own contexts.
- The site also provides references for further reading on interactive participatory
drama and Traci Talk, which can help students learn more about the topic and
explore other related ideas.
Disadvantages:
- The site may not be suitable for all types of learners, as some may prefer different
modes of learning or have different learning styles. For example, some learners
may be visual, auditory, read/write, or kinesthetic.
- The site may not be able to address all the needs and challenges of language
teachers and learners, as there may be other factors that affect their learning
outcomes. For example, some learners may have limited access to technology,
internet connection, or resources.
- The site may not be able to provide enough guidance or feedback for language
teachers and learners on how to use the program effectively or how to evaluate its
results. For example, some teachers may not know how to design or implement
interactive dialogues, while some learners may not know how to measure their
progress.
Third site: Grammar-Quizzes
The website is suitable for both beginners and advanced learners who want to
practice and improve their English grammar skills. The website offers a
comprehensive and up-to date coverage of various grammar topics, such as parts
of speech, verb forms, tenses, clauses, phrases, prepositions, conjunctions,
interjections, adverbs, adjectives, nouns, pronouns, determiners, etc. The website
also helps learners develop their critical thinking and communication skills by
engaging them in constructive discussions and debates about grammar issues.
Grammar-Quizzes | Practice on Points of English Grammar (ESL/ELL) is a useful
and enjoyable resource for anyone who wants to learn or review English grammar
in an interactive and fun way. The website provides clear explanations and
examples for each grammar point or rule, as well as quizzes that test the user's
knowledge and understanding. The website also encourages learners to share their
opinions and perspectives on different grammar topics with other learners and
experts through the grammar disputes section. By using this website regularly,
learners can enhance their English grammar skills while having fun at the same
time.
The site helps students in many ways, such as:
- It helps them learn and review English grammar in a fun and interactive way.
They can practice different grammar topics and levels, and test their knowledge
and understanding with quizzes.
- It helps them improve their English grammar skills by providing them with clear
and concise explanations and examples for each grammar point or rule. They can
also learn the differences and similarities between various grammar forms and
structures.
- It helps them apply their grammar knowledge to real-life situations by providing
them with context, images, diagrams, and editing exercises. They can also improve
their writing skills by using the correct grammar forms and structures.
- It helps them communicate with other learners and experts on different grammar
issues by providing them with a section for grammar disputes. They can share their
opinions and perspectives on various grammar topics, and learn from different
points of view.
The site is a useful resource for anyone who wants to learn or improve their
English grammar in an engaging way.