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Autonomy in Language Learning, Data sources and analytical methods, New…
Autonomy in Language Learning
develops structured learning environment
becomes part of the pedagogical objectives of a language course
Misconception: learner autonomy = with independent out-of-class learning
choice of more or less independent learning
encourages to reflect on own learning
has strong elements of collaboration
classroom-based approach:
variety of activities, such as diaries, group work, poster presentations
adaptation of various thinking ways
Data sources and analytical methods
qualitative interpretive approach -> to evaluate the video innovation
Research instrument:
anonymous questionnaire
student focus groups
student weblog comments
Participants:
59 students
21 students in 12 focus groups (2-5 per group)
62 students, 378 comments
Analysis summary:
409 coded segments
612 coded segments
60 coded segments
Findings
:
digital videos are highly motivating for the learners
new experience
sharpened the imagination
challenging for some
problems with using the technology, but new digital skills
independent learning experience
good communication between team-mates
peer teaching opportunities
reflection on own learning
authentic project
New technologies & new literacy practices in LL
J-pop website -> interaction with mate over the globe
Digital stories features:
a point of view
a dramatic question
emotional content
economy - pacing
the gift of the voice
accompanied soundtrack
Construction of digital story:
wide range of roles
skill development opportunities
Skill development opportunities:
research skills
writing skills
organizational skills
technology skills
presentation skills
interpersonal skills
problem solving skills
evaluation skills, and etc
Context, methods & data sources:
English-medium university (Hong Kong)
fully equipped with hi-tech
3 hour lessons per week = 13 weeks
male = females (18-23 years)
major: Applied Chemistry, Environmental Science & Management, Math
level: upper-intermediate
Design of the Technological Learning Environment
Modular system:
LMS for course administration
course Weblog -> weekly reflective discussions on coursework
DV cameras & editing software for video production
resources web site to support & video editing software
-YouTube channel for sharing created video
Stage of project:
Planning
Filming & editing
Sharing
In-class support:
reading workshop
video workshop
face-to-face sharing session
Implementation of the Digital Video Project
students in one group:
a) conduct background research & hypothesis development
b) carry the experiment, document the procedure & results
c) present the findings in the form of the multimodal scientific documentary(group work) & written report (individual work)
Measures to facilitate the collaboration
:
to reflect on assigned roles
researcher, field-worker, script-writer,
director, actor, camera operator, and editor
to evaluate group effectiveness completing the questionnaire