Teaching ELLs in a Digital Age

I. Abstract........................................................................... 5
I.1. The impact of ICT in schools....................................... 6

I.2. Advantages and disadvantages of using e-mail, websites and other internet-based projects with primary/secondary students..................9

I.3. Interactive classroom technology.............................. 13

I.3.a. Using computers with data projectors, Word and Power Point presentations; producing electronic materials................13

I.3.b. Using interactive whiteboards.......................... 20
I.4. Not all ELLs are the same......................................... 21

I.4.a.English Language Learners with Special Needs....23

I.5.Hidden issues in computer-mediated communication....29

I.5.a. Confidence versus scepticism towards using modern technology in teaching and learning...................................................29
I.6. Suggestions for rising efficiency by using the computer during the English classes..............................................................................31

Bibliography............................................................................ 43