Greek Language teaching by means of technology

Donika Koçi,Aleksandër Boboli

doi:10.12955/snsj.v7i2.494

Abstract

Inclusion of technology in the process of second language acquisition has always been a priority for teachers and students. This article reviews the current trends in using technology based on language instructions in Greek language teaching educational settings. Although it has been demonstrated that the use of technology as an instructional medium provides unique learning qualities, it has not been entirely embraced by Greek language teachers and professors in Albania. Furthermore, recent advancements of internet services provide remarkable possibilities for supporting a variety of learning activities in Greek language classrooms. Yet, classroom practice in using technology has not gone too far beyond simple viewing and listening to video content for eliciting discussion among Greek language students. This paper particularly highlights the role of technology in the process of improving student skills.

Highlights

Inclusion of technology in the process of second language acquisition has always been a priority for teachers and students
The reading process is a critical skill for all foreign language students, and it is imperative for teachers and school personnel to have a rudimentary understanding of technology based language learning process, in order to avoid creating incorrect conclusions
Based on the above mentioned findings, it is highly recommended that the importance of technology usage in the area of language learning to be highlighted as a facilitating resource for all foreign language learners

Summary

Introduction

Inclusion of technology in the process of second language acquisition has always been a priority for teachers and students. Instructional video materials as one of the most used technology means in Greek language teaching process, significantly contribute to the development of all the three mainly observed aspects: listening, translating skills, and students vocabulary.

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