Post on 22-Dec-2015
HSIU-TING HUNG
HHUNG@CCMS.NKFUST.EDU.TW
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
NATIONAL KAOHSIUNG FIRST UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Using video technology to support language learning development
Introduction
Research DesignResearch Design Research QuestionsResearch Questions
Context: A college English course in Taiwan
Participants: 26 college students, aged 21-24
Task: Video-Based Reflection1. Intensive training on presentation2. Video recordings of student performance3. Reflective learning journals
Sources of Data:1. Reflective learning journals2. Interview comments3. Course evaluation
Data Analysis: Content analysis
RQ #1:
Is the use of video an aid or hindrance in the process of EFL learning?
RQ #2:
In what ways does the use of video support or constrain the process of EFL learning?
The Study
Video Recorded Presentation
Guided Reflection
1. Did you make use of any introduction strategies?
2. How did you organize the major points of the presentation?
3. Did you make use of any conclusion strategies?
4. How was your physical delivery of the presentation in terms of posture and movement, eye contact, and costume?
5. What strengths of your oral performance did you notice from this learning experience?
6. What weaknesses of your oral performance did you notice from this learning experience?
7. What have you learned from this learning experience as a whole?
Pedagogical Considerations
Video-Based Reflection
Language-Based Tasks: reflective journals, guided reflection, transcription, peer review, group discussion, teacher-student conference, etc.
Technological Applications
Video Capturing Tools Analog mode: VHS tape recorder Digital mode: Digital camera, Digital camcorder
File format: *.avi *.wmv *.mpg *.mov *.flv
Video Editing Tools PC users: Windows Movie Maker, Adobe Premiere Mac users: iMovie, Final Cut Pro
Video Publishing Tools Web format: You Tube, MySpace, Blogger CD format: Ahead Nero, Raxio Easy CD Creator
Conclusion
Cautions & challenges ahead:
The digital divide
Prerequisite of multimedia literacy
Technical support