A computer-assisted multiliteracies programme as an alternative approach to EFL instruction. Issue 5 (19th October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lee, Kyungmee; Ardeshiri, Minoo; Cummins, Jim
• Is Part Of: Technology, pedagogy and education. Volume 25:Issue 5(2016)
• Page Start: 595
• Page End: 612
• Publication Date: 2016-10-19
• Subjects: computer-assisted learning -- multiliteracies learning -- English as a Foreign Language instruction; Educational technology -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; Teachers -- Training of -- Great Britain -- Computer-assisted instruction -- Periodicals; Teachers -- Training of -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 371.33
• DOI: 10.1080/1475939X.2015.1118403
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1475-939X

Abstract

Abstract : The aim of this article is to introduce a computer-assisted multiliteracies programme (CaMP) as an alternative approach to English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instruction in order to overcome the educational limitations that are inherent in most EFL settings. In a number of monolingual societies with a dominant language other than English, students have had unequal access to authentic English communication opportunities and consequently have a limited understanding of English as American English or native speakers' English. Although communication technologies have been regarded as a promising solution, the limitations within EFL education have not been fully addressed. In this article, multiliteracies pedagogy is offered as a promising solution enabling students to improve English and both cultural and media literacies. This article provides an in-depth description of effective ways to integrate the multiliteracies pedagogy in EFL instruction and its potential effects on EFL students' learning experiences.