Advantages of virtual environments and technological tools

This report highlights the advantages of virtual environments and technological tools in teaching foreign languages in the modern educational system of the Specialization Courses at the University of El Salvador's main campus. It aims to motivate and pique the interest of readers in using moder...

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Autor Principal: Del cid Argueta, Cecia Merab
Otros Autores: Najarro De Alvarado, Sey Danisia
Formato: Tesis
Idioma: es_SV
Publicado: 2024
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Acceso en línea: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14492/14107
Sumario: This report highlights the advantages of virtual environments and technological tools in teaching foreign languages in the modern educational system of the Specialization Courses at the University of El Salvador's main campus. It aims to motivate and pique the interest of readers in using modern technologies for teaching and learning purposes. It demonstrates how Learning Management Systems play the role of digital classrooms, providing opportunities for students and teachers to interact with international communities beyond local institutions. This report also provides information on how to teach English as a foreign language using digital tools such as podcasts, online gaming, and oral presentations to engage students in a fun and exciting learning experience. Additionally, it describes the process of designing a website for teaching and learning purposes and its use in a virtual class for ESL students. This paper briefly discusses the history of virtual education to demonstrate the important factors that influenced the creation and development of technological tools and systems for teaching English as a foreign language. By leveraging technology and virtual environments, students and teachers can improve their language skills and connect with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Finally, this work serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in modern language education and the potential benefits of using virtual environments and technological tools for teaching and learning foreign languages. With the help of these tools, language teachers can create an immersive and interactive learning experience for students that facilitates their language acquisition and enhances their cultural awareness