Technological tools for distance education
by Aubrey Olsen, Tarryn Goodman, Erik Ramsay
International Journal of Innovation and Learning (IJIL), Vol. 10, No. 2, 2011

Abstract: This paper introduces two tools which can be used in an English language teaching/learning environment: the Comment feature in Microsoft Word and Skype. The Comment feature allows teachers to make electronic comments on student writing. Skype is particularly useful in organising listening-speaking tutor sessions. As teachers are called upon to teach and develop distance education courses, they will need to use creativity and innovation. This paper outlines a variety of ways to integrate the Comment feature and Skype into a distance learning program. The final portion of this paper focuses on evaluative research currently in progress.

Online publication date: Wed, 26-Nov-2014

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