Abstract: the Internet has become the main source of information because it is free and easily accessible to everyone nowadays. This research paper introduces how the internet increases the ability to learn English. The aim of this paper is to show the ways internet improves the English language by different tools that are suitable for beginners, intermediates or advanced levels. It emphasizes the positive advantages of the internet. Without the invention of the internet, learning English could have been a much difficult experience. Introduction: Background of the study: Learning foreign languages is as old as history but teaching languages has officially started in the 17th century with the teaching of Latin in European schools (Wikipedia). There are many usages of learning languages such as tourism, international relations, technology, and trade. Learning a language in the era of technology and internet connection has become easier than it used to be. People nowadays don’t need to go to language …show more content…
There are many native English teachers who teach English through YouTube videos which is very beneficial to listen to correct pronunciations from teachers whose first language is English. They explain English grammar, introduce new vocabularies, and answer people's questions regarding the language. Another way that Internet can be helpful in learning English is via free applications that teaches English. According to Luis von Ahn, founder of the free language learning app "There are more people actively learning a language through DuoLingo than in the entire US public school system," There are more than 300 million person who downloaded the app. The application simplifies learning a language. In addition, teaching English using visuals and audios from the internet is a great way to make the process of learning interesting and less boring. Visuals can help students memorize vocabularies.( Codrea-Rado
Ansari 1 Roshanak Ansari Professor Covington English 1101 November 23, 2017 Final Research Paper Over the past decade, the United States has become more diverse in different nationalities and cultures. If American high schools were to offer more options in foreign languages for the students to choose from, there would be an increase in their IQ’s and they would have better career opportunities. Some of the benefits of being bilingual or knowing another foreign language besides your mother tongue are better health, new and improved job opportunities and it can also improve your competitiveness in the job market.
In this digital era, reading has evolved in such a way that people no longer need physical books to gain information on certain subjects. In fact, numerous ways exist through which anybody can access information on their favorite topics in a click of a button. Additionally, the use of Internet provides a platform where individuals can share their thoughts with others on different topics and gain more knowledge from the thoughts and advice of others. Online reading often provides fresh new insights into language and how it is used on a daily basis.
The music video lessons were a great idea to help jump-start teachers to think about how to approach lessons in a new way. Google and other major companies have also invested heavily in Virtual Reality technologies so students may be able to actually visit famous landmarks and other countries through these VR tools that help show us that the world is getting smaller and smaller every day as we become more interconnected. Although some of the resources are very outdated, like MapQuest and Delicious.com, this article shows us how important it is to look for new resources and to be open to bringing in technologies into our classrooms. Some great examples of new programs and websites that were built and/or utilized out of necessity are Burlington English for ELs, NorthStar Digital Literacy Assessments, and I-pathways. The only caveat with some of these technologies is that they should be supplemental and not the panacea for your learners’ needs because funds run dry and/or websites go away.
Instead, these tools are embedded in today’s curriculum throughout technology. Computers, audio, video, smart boards, Chromebooks, etc., are available in the classrooms as part of the instruction. Students today, use technology devices as never before in a very thoughtful way to emphasize their reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language use. The countless and amazing educational technological resources assist World Language educators to provide an outstanding instruction, for students to better connect with different cultural realities and accomplish their communication
Foreign languages are offered in many high schools nationwide in the United States. However, learning a language so late in one’s life does have its downsides. A person might speak with the vocabulary of a small child by the age of sixteen. There are numerous other reasons why languages should be taught early on. Foreign languages should be taught in elementary schools because learning a language provides cognitive benefits, is easy for children in particular, and is useful in the work force.
Multilingual education in the United States goes back further than most would think. Growing up I was only taught English, until the fourth and fifth grade when we were allowed to take french classes if our grades were high enough. It is crazy to think that I can still remember some french. Learning another language has more advantages than disadvantages. Wouldn't you want to be able to travel the world one day, and actually be able to communicate with people that speak languages other than English.
Introduction: For my research paper, I would like to explore more about the importance of speaking more than 2 or 3 languages, and why is it difficult for an adult to learn a new language. First of all, a child can easily learn new languages easily, but it's different with adults. Not only do children grow and develop at extraordinary speed, but they learn new information quickly as well. I usually ask myself this question, why is it difficult to learn a new language the older we get?
The students will develop pride in themselves and their heritage. Thus, the psychological and cognitive aspects involved in learning of two or more languages in an educational setting, the challenges of linguistic planning and the translation of information across languages is what we shall discuss elaborately in subsequent sections. I shall attempt to provide on the one hand an overview of L1 learning, and on the other hand some ways in which this relates to L2 learning in a
Integrating technology in education can be extremely beneficial. It can be a useful method for the students and their teachers, which improves both their skills. In addition, being active on the Internet when learning can make students and teachers’ academic journey easier. There is a lot of evidence that proves how useful technology is for both students and their instructors. This paper attempts to show that using the Internet allows
How Languages Shape Lives Learning new languages may shape our ways of talking and thinking. Also every language to another has many different ways in how we treat with other people who speak the language we have learned. In “How Does Our Language Shape the Way We Think?” Lera Boroditsky explains how a new language can affects the way we are thinking. The new language (second language) is one of the most important points that can change the way of thinking.
“You can’t see other people’s point of view when you have only one language,” declared psycholinguist, Frank Smith. Just as it is mentioned in this quote, foreign language is important; therefore, people should learn a foreign language at an early age. When learning a foreign language at an early age, it helps people to concentrate and increase comprehension skills. Also, at a young age, the mind is fresh, so the person can take in more information and can easily master a foreign language. In addition, most secondary schools, universities, and jobs require a foreign language to be known.
It not only broadens student’s point of view but also provides opportunities to gain new skills and knowledge. LinguaSoft EduTech Pvt Ltd has tailored this program with aim of helping to increase the participants ' understanding of other cultures and improving their English language skills and broadening their social horizons. English has become the necessity of people of all countries as it is the most popular language all over the world. To explore world, for studying abroad or for jobs and business purpose, good English communication skills are required and LinguaSoft
In second language learning, using visual aids is a necessity teaching strategy in both English as Second Language (ESL) classroom and English as Foreign Language (EFL) classroom (Allen, Kate & Marquez, 2011). They believed that using visual aids in the process of teaching a foreign language can strengthen what learners have learned and increase their interest. In their article, they proposed the positive impact of using visuals and they concluded that teachers should become aware of the strategies in which they can use visual aids and use them purposefully in the classroom to enhance students’ learning. Visual aids can be defined as using objects, drawings, charts, photographs, videos, multimedia presentation, etc.
Research Questions From the literature review, it was established that there were several factors affecting language learning and acquisition. More specifically, it was revealed that factors such as exposure at an early age, motivation, attitudes, incentives and educational system can influence language acquisition. However, most of the research were conducted in the west and were focused on students as subjects to the study and foreigners working in the country where they need to learn the language to lengthen their range of employment opportunity.
Hence, the students need to occupy themselves with more than one language so that they can be employed by the company, then the company have the chance to overcome the communication problem and achieve their organization’s goal. By learning foreign language, students can improve their intellectual development and have chances to discover other