Week 2 reflections

"Our TELL class's second week began with Penzu, a static website and writing tool. This private online diary allows us to store data, which can only be shared with authorized individuals or by sharing the page link. We learned to log in, use features like image insertion and adding new pages, and share content via e۔ mail or link.

Next, our tutor introduced phraseteacher.com, a vocabulary learning website with a listening feature for pronunciation practice. The following class covered desktop and browser versions of software, highlighting the offline capabilities of desktop versions and the internet requirements of browser versions. We were then introduced to screen capture tools: TechSmith Jing for podcasting and screencasting, offering 5-minute free video recordings, and Screencastomatic (ScreenPal), providing 15 minutes of free screen recording. Zoom allows for 40-minute free lecture recordings, while Vocaroo is an online voice recorder and podcasting tool. ScreenPal offers three options: using the front camera, screen only, or both simultaneously. After recording is done the video will be saved and can be uploaded on YouTube, google drive or can be save in computer. For editing pro version of this app is needed.

Group discussion:

The third class focused on group discussions, with each group exploring a different topic. Group 1 discussed computer-assisted language learning research, its benefits, and teaching ELLs through technology. Group 2 examined E-creation tools and self-made computer-based resources. Group 3 discussed language tools for enhancing speaking skills, while our group, Group 4, explored writing and reading facilitative E-tools, including literacy, communication, and education. We discussed tools like Writeboard, wikis, and blogs, as well as alternatives like Google Docs and Google Classroom. Group 5 discussed listening tools for enhancing learner listening skills. Overall, the second week of our TELL class provided valuable insights into various digital tools and resources for language learning and teaching.