Tech Tools in the ESL Classroom by Kelly https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL In your experience, what is the best technology for the ESL or foreign language classroom to help students learn a new language? en-us 2020-10-14 05:55:56 UTC 2025-10-16 19:01:06 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/2705.png ESL Technology araselimezazarate https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/828818475 In my experience, interactive technology got my students up and going. Technology like Kahoot got my students highly engaged in learning things like vocabulary, while any new concept taught in a language learning perspective worked too. Videos related to ESL (YouTube especially) were used often and my students actually enjoyed them. My students did a lot of oral presentations, so they used PowerPoint or Slides often as well, and of course they used translators. Other than that, there are websites that specifically offer ESL resources, for free, that would help for lesson ideas, my favorite was iSLCOLLECTIVE. iSLCOLLECTIVE has a section where you can access interactive video lessons and even make your own around any video. My students would do the video lessons on the Smart Board. It is fun! ]]> 2020-10-14 14:34:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/828818475 ESL tech tools aqua19882008 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/828914249 I would imagine that students that are learning a new language would still enjoy the same technology that native English speaking students. As their teacher it would be up to you to modify the technology to fit the students learning needs. Interactive activities on the smartboard would be one way to get students involved. ]]> 2020-10-14 14:55:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/828914249 ESL Tech Tools tj2005021833 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/829090450 I have no experience in ESL, but I would also agree with Araseli that anything interactive would help motivate students. It would be difficult for me to comment on certain resources but with Araseli's experience she would be familiar with several resources that she has used. 

]]> 2020-10-14 15:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/829090450 ESL Tech Tools ashleyfarrish77 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/829850800 I believe Duolingo could still be used in this situation to help boost learning.

Also, emersion helps as well. Encourage students to listen to Music, watch videos, etc. That way they will learn more.]]> 2020-10-14 18:32:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/829850800 kerrytharp2 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/829919078 I don’t know a lot of technology for that area, but a teacher I know loves this app Class dojo. Class Dojo is a great app to use for parent communication. You can change the language so they can understand any messages you send. This allows the teacher to communicate with parents that she can’t normally talk to.]]> 2020-10-14 18:50:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/829919078 It is great to read all the messages about tech tools. In an ESL classroom, I would imagine, creativity would be the key. Learning a new language is difficult for anyone. I think the interactive whiteboard and using youtube would be a great way to assist with learning a new language. calistagore https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/832044333 2020-10-15 12:43:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/832044333 ESL technology lsnyder217 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/837272214 I do not know how an ESL classroom really works but I would think any interactive program would help. We use a program in our class called Quizizz that our students just love. They also enjoy BrainPop. 
And I love what Ashley said about music. That would be another great way for students to learn a new language. I can still sing Frer A Jacques (I know that is not spelled correct. LOL)

]]> 2020-10-17 02:00:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/837272214 ESL technology lnbranch12 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/839228224 I remember when I was trying to learn spanish. I was told to use MySpanishLab to do my assignments. Along with this, I was able to learn a new language using different assignments and stuff. It helped me learn the coursework as well as being graded for it.]]> 2020-10-18 20:57:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/839228224 Duolingo kelder21 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/861378758 This can be used by the whole class. Teachers can assignment lessons and it helps the students trying to learn a different language. ]]> 2020-10-26 12:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/861378758 TECH and ESL hannahagness1 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/866478213 Hello Kelly! I personally LOVE duolingo and quizlet. I truly think they're great at helping students (including myself) truly understand why words are in the positions they're in and how to memorize important vocab!]]> 2020-10-27 16:27:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/866478213 Cameron Boyett camboyett19 https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/1374003558 DUO LINGO!!!! it helps students so much in my experience and teachers can actually assign specific assignments. ]]> 2021-04-01 02:11:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/1374003558 Duolingo! brittaniddavis https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/1822521061 I LOVE Duolingo! I have actually used this software myself, and I have allowed my children to use it! At any age, it's fun, engaging and educational! I have shared a video with the 10 best tips for getting the most out of Duolingo! ]]> 2021-10-17 21:11:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kellywasabi/TechESL/wish/1822521061