TASK 2

Current Trends in ELT

Aim

Provide an overview of current trends in ELT

Activating previous knowledge

Gamification and Game-Based Learning

Gamification is the integration of game elements like point systems, badges or other elements into conventional learning activities

Game-Based Learning

Involves designing learning activities so that game characteristics and game principles inhere within the learning activities themselves.

Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality

Problema

AR

Augmented Reality

Augmented reality is an interactive experience that enhances the real world with computer-generated perceptual information. Using software, apps, and hardware such as AR glasses, augmented reality overlays digital content onto real-life environments and objects.

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VR Virtual Reality

is a computer-generated environment with scenes and objects that appear to be real, making the user feel they are immersed in their surroundings.

Students perform better when they use their senses to experience the target language and are directly connected to materials being used to facilitate learning

Adaptative Learning

Problema

Adaptative Learning/ Teaching

Seres narrativos

Somos seres visuales

The delivery of custom learning experiences that address the unique needs of an individual through just-in-time feedback, pathways, and resources (rather than providing a one-size-fits-all learning experience).

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Use knowledge as a compass

How would you implement any of the strategies provided?

Can you think of any potential pitfalls or benefits you or your students may experience with this type of learning experiences?

Thanks for listening!

Instituto Cumbres Bosques

Needs analysis for academic improvement

ICB - Primary School

All-boy private bilingual school which belongs to Semper Altius Network of Schools Its pedagogical model recognizes the student as the protagonist and responsible for their learning process by personalizing teaching to their own pace and preferences. As for 2022-2023 school year, there were 150 students enrolled in the primary section alone.

Learning principles

Disciplinary Approaches

Resources →Training → Evaluation

Active Methodologies

Collaborative → Active → Reflective

Educational Materials

Authentic → Relevant → Purposeful

Learning Environments

Physical→ Psychological → Instructional

Educational technology

Innovative trends → Hardware → Software

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Competence-Based curriculum

Christian and servant leadership

Love to God

Bilingual System (15 hours of English instruction per week)

Social and intercultural responsibility

Personal care and character formation

Critical and autonomous thinking

Search for truth

Students undergo continuous progressive development in creativity, problem-solving, artistic expression, alongside the cultivation of ethical and moral values.

Innovation, design and problem solving

Healthy and constructive affectivity

Creativity and artistic sensitivity

Assertive communication

Progressive learning objectives

Assertive communication

Secundary

High school

Kinder

Primary

They communicate, dialogue and argue logically and assertively, orally and in writing, in their first and second language, depending on the contexts and audiences.

They communicate, dialogue and argue logically and empathetically, orally and in writing in their first and second languages.

They communicate orally, read and write according to their maturation process, in their first and second language, to express their world and interact with others.

They communicate in their first and second language. Dialogue and argue, orally and in writing, logically and intentionally, using different tools and media.

Bilingualism

Poetry and Oratory

STEAM Methodology

Spelling Bee Contest

Science Fair

SUBJECTS

Second language

Conversation

Art

Science

PROFILES

Teacher’s Profile

Major in Education, Pedagogy or ELT B2-C1 English Certificate Pro-active, creative, and disciplined Interested in cutting-edge apps and tech tools Efficient Classroom Management Excellent Parent-Teacher communication skills

Student's profile

Aged 6-13 High-income families Well-travelled Cursive handwriting Varied learning styles and abilities Strong community and brotherhood

ACADEMIC NECESSITY

Key Academic Necessity

Support for individual differences and diverse needs

Recognizing and addressing the diverse learning needs, abilities, and backgrounds of students.

Differentiated instruction and support services ensures equal opportunities for all learners.

PROPOSAL

Proposal outlines strategies

Step 1

Organize professional develpment workshops

Step 2

This proposal outlines strategies and initiatives to assist Cumbres Bosques teachers in effectively addressing the diverse learning needs of students in lower and upper primary. By implementing these measures, teachers will be able to create an inclusive environment where all students can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.

Guidelines

Step 3

Involve parents in supporting

Step 4

Monitor and provide feedback

Step 5

Collaboration

Systematic Approach

The systematic approach focuses on following a step-by-step process or methodical framework to solve academic problems. It includes defining the problem, setting goals, developing a plan, implementing strategies, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes.

Personalized Teaching & Learning

Learning Centers

Monitor and provide feedback by means of online survey platforms, peer-observation, and Coordination meetings (Acuerdos).

Monitor

Science

Involve parents

Involve parents in supporting individual differences and diverse needs. Organize workshops for parents to understand the learning needs of their children in the Second Language Acquisition Process, provide resources for at-home support, and foster open communication between teachers, special education professionals, and parents.

Organize

Organize professional development workshops during Jornadas Pedagógicas (once a month) focused on inclusive teaching practices. These workshops will provide teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to differentiate instruction, modify assessments, and create inclusive learning environments.

Guidelines

Establish guidelines and examples to help teachers implement differentiated instruction spaces as well as adaptations for print and digital resources. These would include different kinds of students’ interaction and grouping: • Whole class • Pair Work • Small groups • Learning Centers Lower and upper primary levels would include age-appropriate materials and realia to manipulate according to their needs and interests.

Role-Play

Pronunciation

Communicative activities

Collaborate

Carry out an end-of-the-year best practices forum where teachers and coordinators collaborate, share and assess how useful the guidelines were.

Reading strategies

Spelling

Vocabulary

Grammar