Experimentation of ICT for the Benefit of French as a Foreign Language Teachers

Abstract

In a rapidly changing world where technology is advancing and digital integration is affecting all aspects of life, schools are no exception. To provide a quality education, they must address the needs of their students in order to prepare them for daily life. This has raised questions about the relationship between schools and technology. In the context of French as a Foreign Language (FFL) teaching, the use of ICT presents a promising opportunity to enhance language learning outcomes and support instructional practices. An examination of the current situation revealed that many French as a foreign language (FFL) teachers are uncertain about using Information and communication technology (ICT) in their lessons. As an experiment, we proposed providing training sessions to help participants understand and use MOOCs. The results showed that a combination of technological and pedagogical training can have a positive impact on the teacher's practices and the students' learning outcomes. To ensure the success of this approach, continued support is necessary to help teachers make the best use of digital tools such as e-learning, MOOCs, and the flipped classroom. Keywords: ICT, E-learning, MOOC, Flipped classroom, FFL, Didactics. DOI: 10.7176/JEP/14-9-04 Publication date: March 31 st 2023