MATSOL 2016 Conference Online Program
Google to the Rescue? Tech-Savvy Strategies for Teaching Academic Vocabulary
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT
6 Carlisle
Abstract
Though learners can provide passable definitions of many words, they cannot use them correctly in speech or writing. This presentation demonstrates how search engines can help learners compare definitions and usage patterns via simple forms of corpus analysis. Learners produce more appropriate sentences for new vocabulary when using these techniques.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Media and Technology
Primary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Secondary Audience
College or University ESL Programs
Presenter/organizer
Christina Michaud, Boston University College of Arts and Sciences Writing Program
Biographical Statement
Christina Michaud, Ed.M. TESOL, is a senior lecturer and curriculum coordinator specializing in L2 academic writing.
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