Martina Windisch-Koenig University of Applied Sciences, FH Joanneum Graz, Austria martina.windischkoenig@fh-joanneum.at Abstract John Maeda’s book “The Laws of Simplicity” suggests itself for an English course in Information Design as its author, a graphic designer and computer scientist, proposes ten laws for simplifying complex systems in business, life and product design. Not only is the subject…
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Transitioning into a blended learning and flipped classroom model: the case of business French at Artevelde University College
Jan Den Haese and Aurélie Welcomme Artevelde University College, Belgium jan.denhaese@arteveldehs.be, aurelie.welcomme@arteveldehs.be Abstract In this paper, we will exemplify how a teachers’ team transformed the course “Business French”, a compulsory course for the first year students of the Bachelor in Business Management at Artevelde University College, from a “classical” language classroom course and setting into a…
Continue readingAutonomous Learning Through m-Learning: the Case of Duolingo
Zita Braziuniene and Ruta Kalytiene Vilnius College of Technologies and Design, Lithuania z.braziuniene@vtdko.lt, r.kalytiene@vtdko.lt Abstract The article presents Duolingo which offers personalized free language education, making learning of a new language as a fun game. Over the past decade the use of mobile devices, such as tablets or smartphones has become an integral part of…
Continue readingBlended Learning+: Combining Project-based Language Teaching with the Team Protocol Method
Andrew McDouall and Mario Seidel Furtwangen University of Applied Sciences, Germany mca@hs-furtwangen.de, sema@hs-furtwangen.de Abstract Learning Management Systems are often reduced to deliver text, and traditional vocabulary and grammar drills, not meeting the criteria for blended learning environments. We therefore implemented an action research project designed to break with this simplistic use by combining Project-based Language Teaching…
Continue readingSelf-study Tasks for Mixed CEFR-levels
Hubertus Weyer, M.A. Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Germany h.weyer@ostfalia.de Abstract In my lessons of Technical or Business English I regularly encounter groups of mixed abilities, ranging from B1 to C1, and one of the challenges is: how to even this out? This is where the necessity of self-study tasks comes in. Since BA programs…
Continue readingDeveloping ESP language skills in Business and Economics through business model simulations
Katriona Fraser and Rachel Lindner International Business Studies, University of Paderborn, Germany katriona.fraser@upb.de, rachel.lindner@upb.de Abstract In this paper, we outline the rationale, design and practicalities involved in setting up a business model generation course for students of International Business Studies (IBS) at the University of Paderborn (UPB). This learning scenario aims to help students develop…
Continue readingInternational Collaboration through International Collaboration
Henri Annala and Marianna Leikomaa Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland henri.annala@tamk.fi, marianna.leikomaa@tamk.fi Abstract The on-line course English Speaking and Listening has now been organised in Eliademy learning environment three times. The aim of the course is to enable already advanced students develop their English speaking skills even further. In addition, the students learn important…
Continue readingSuddenly, a Wild Collaboration Opportunity Appears!
Leikomaa Marianna and Tuohimäki Petri Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland marianna.leikomaa@tamk.fi, petri.tuohimaki@tamk.fi Abstract International collaboration between students does not always have to be a long and fully detailed operation. Sometimes ad hoc solutions work well and quickly! Two English teachers from Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) in Finland and an English teacher from Budapest Business…
Continue readingA Language Teacher´s Guide to a Successful Tandem Project – International Collaboration Online
Bachelart Alexis, PRCE Aix-Marseille Université, France alexis.bachelart@univ-amu.fr Uotila Suvi, MA and Vuorinen Paula, MA JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Finland suvi.uotila@jamk.fi, paula.vuorinen@jamk.fi Abstract The ability to communicate in English is a necessity in today’s world. A lot of this communication happens between non-native speakers using English as a lingua franca. To offer our students opportunities to…
Continue readingPromoting e-learning for students at technical faculties
Karolína Slamová, Ph.D. and Andrea Wlochová, Ph.D. VSB – Technical University of Ostrava, the Czech Republic karolina.slamova@vsb.cz, andrea.wlochova@vsb.cz Abstract In this contribution we would like to share our experience in using e-learning materials to complement language teaching in technical English. The Department of Foreign Languages at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava offers six languages for students…
Continue readingLanguage assessment for tertiary institutions: How can the Cambridge English Scale help?
Gillian Horton-Krueger Head of Assessment Services Northern Europe Cambridge English Language Assessment, UK Horton-Krueger.G@cambridgeenglish.org Arek Jaworski Head of Marketing Northern Europe Cambridge English Language Assessment, UK Jaworski.A@cambridgeenglish.org Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-3 Abstract The Cambridge English Scale is a range of scores used for reporting the results of Cambridge English exams. It is built on our existing results…
Continue readingPortfolio as a tool for enhancing learner autonomy and life-long learning
Jaana Oinonen Lecturer in Finnish and Communication JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Language Centre, Finland jaana.oinonen@jamk.fi Suvi Uotila Senior Lecturer in English and Swedish JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Language Centre, Finland suvi.uotila@jamk.fi Paula Vuorinen Senior Lecturer in English and Swedish JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Language Centre, Finland paula.vuorinen@jamk.fi Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-6 Abstract This article discusses…
Continue readingDevelopment of intercultural communicative competence awareness tools and teaching material for Languages for Specific Purposes courses
Dr. Miguel Ángel Candel-Mora Department of Applied Linguistics Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain mcandel@upv.es Dr. Inmaculada Tamarit-Vallés Department of Applied Linguistics Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain itamarit@upv.es Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-7 Abstract Research on language teaching of larger global lingua francas like French, Spanish or English emphasize the need to consider cultural diversity and intercultural communicative competence…
Continue readingSupporting collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit in the classroom
Reet Soosaar Lecturer in English, MA University of Tartu, Pärnu College, Estonia reet.soosaar@ut.ee Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-8 Abstract High youth unemployment is the challenge facing today’s young people. Many universities feel the need to prepare students for a new reality and try to facilitate the process of acquiring entrepreneurial skills. This article sets out to emphasize the…
Continue readingDo online collaborative activities foster autonomy on second language reading and writing?
Dr. María Luisa Carrió-Pastor Senior lecturer Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, Spain lcarrio@upv.es Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-9 Abstract In this paper, my main objective is to analyse if the use of the online collaborative activities improves learners’ autonomy on second language reading and writing. My purpose is twofold, to study if students improve reading and writing skills in…
Continue readingTourism and foreign language teaching: Podcasts for listening comprehension as key to success
Klaus Pfatschbacher Lecturer for French, PhD University of Applied Sciences IMC-FH Krems, Austria klaus.pfatschbacher@fh-krems.ac.at Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-10 Absract Our workshop addresses the following questions: How can a lecturer apply podcasts for listening comprehension in class? How can students benefit from this approach? In how far does podcast listening comprehension relate to student-centered and competence-oriented learning (based…
Continue readingEnhancing task-based language teaching (TBLT) through technology: some theoretical and practical perspectives
Dr. Jeroen Lievens LUCA School of Arts, Belgium Faculty of Industrial Engineering Sciences, KU Leuven, Belgium Center for Language and Education, KU Leuven, Belgium Jeroen.Lievens@kuleuven.be Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-11 Abstract Information and communication technologies play an ever-increasing part in how 21st century students come to understand, experience and shape their relationship to the world. The practice of “task-based…
Continue readingReady – Set – PITCH!
Henri Annala Senior Lecturer and International Coordinator Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland henri.annala@tamk.fi Marianna Leikomaa Senior Lecturer Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland marianna.leikomaa@tamk.fi Urn-address: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi:jamk-issn-2343-0281-16 Abstract This paper describes an experiment carried out by two English teachers at Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), Finland. The preparation and implementation of the experiment are…
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