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− | Objectives | + | === Objectives === |
− | To understand/ reinforce the different objectives and processes of language learning and the role of technology in this | + | # To understand/ reinforce the different objectives and processes of language learning and the role of technology in this |
− | To understand different approaches to early language learning – both first language and second language; and the role of multilingualism in supporting language learning | + | # To understand different approaches to early language learning – both first language and second language; and the role of multilingualism in supporting language learning |
− | To develop resources using multiple tools - H5P, Open Board, animation applications, and audio visual tools – for language teaching learning | + | # To develop resources using multiple tools - H5P, Open Board, animation applications, and audio visual tools – for language teaching learning |
− | To develop course modules that allow the teacher/ student to explore language in all its dimensions – the listening, speaking, reading and writing – using technology, and integrate these with the textbooks for languages | + | # To develop course modules that allow the teacher/ student to explore language in all its dimensions – the listening, speaking, reading and writing – using technology, and integrate these with the textbooks for languages |
− | To explore new digital tools and applications for language learning - especially for students with special learning needs (visual and auditory impairments) | + | # To explore new digital tools and applications for language learning - especially for students with special learning needs (visual and auditory impairments) |
− | To develop a plan for the language program for the TCOL 3rd phase - through workshops, onsite demonstrations and resource sharing | + | # To develop a plan for the language program for the TCOL 3rd phase - through workshops, onsite demonstrations and resource sharing |
− | identify resource needs and plan for their creation, revision, curation and publishing | + | # identify resource needs and plan for their creation, revision, curation and publishing |
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− | Course | + | === Audience for the program === |
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| + | The program is intended for English language teachers in government, aided and unaided schools, including lower primary, higher primary and high schools (grades 1 through 10). |
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| + | The program would be useful for other (Kannada, Hindi etc) language teachers as well, the program aims to develop similar course for teachers of other languages |
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| + | The program would also be useful to teachers teaching Mathematics, Science, Social Science and other subjects through the English medium of instruction. |
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| + | === Course design === |
| + | The program is conceptualized to consist of short courses. Each course will consist of modules and each module of units. |