Computer as a Language Learning Tool

1
Computer as a Language Learning Tool

• Word Processing
• Autonomous Learning
• Seeking Help
• Searching Information
• Organising Research
• Using CD-Rom

2
Word Processing

• Microsoft Windows
• Windows explorer (arranging your documents)
• Spelling Grammar
• Thesaurus
• Cut and Paste
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Presentation Design

3
Self Learning

• Using WWW as a language learning tool
• ELC Website (http//elc.polyu.edu.hk)
• VLC Website (http//vlc.polyu.edu.hk)
• Learning Strategies (http//elc.polyu.edu.hk/cill/
  )
• Useful Language Learning Links

4
Seeking Help

• Making Enquiries
• Dictionaries
• Concordancers
• Grammar Help

5
Searching Information

• Search Engines
• Links
• HK Govt. Websites

6
Organising Research

• What is Research?
• Structure of Research
• Types of Data
• The language of Variables
• Types of Research Questions
• Time in Research
• Hypothesis
• Types of Relationships
• Deductive and Inductive Thinking
• http//trochim.human.cornell.edu/kb/content1.htm

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Organising

• Browser bookmarks
• Internet Explorer
• Microsoft Word

8
Using CD-Rom

• Multimedia Pack (Encarta)