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Mompean, José Antonio; Fouz-González, Jonás – Language Learning & Technology, 2016
This paper looks at the use of "Twitter" as a language teaching/learning tool. It describes the results of a study aimed at testing "Twitter's" effectiveness for pronunciation teaching. The purpose of the study was to determine whether "Twitter" can foster online participation and whether it may have a positive effect…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language), Pronunciation Instruction
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Vinagre, Margarita; Munoz, Beatriz – Language Learning & Technology, 2011
Recent studies illustrate the potential that intercultural telecollaborative exchanges entail for language development through the use of corrective feedback from collaborating partners (Kessler, 2009; Lee, 2008; Sauro, 2009; Ware & O'Dowd, 2008). We build on this growing body of research by presenting the findings of a three-month-long…
Descriptors: Error Correction, Computer Mediated Communication, Feedback (Response), Telecommunications
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Hampel, Regine; Hauck, Mirjam – Language Learning & Technology, 2004
In order to respond to learners' need for more flexible speaking opportunities and to overcome the geographical challenge of students spread over the United Kingdom and continental Western Europe, the Open University recently introduced Internet-based, real-time audio conferencing, thus making a groundbreaking move in the distance learning and…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Open Universities, Distance Education, Tutor Training