Rich Internet Applications for Language Learning

Dennie HoopingarnerMichigan State University

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Online oral language work

• Web-based• Flash plugin• “Tin can” technology

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Research question

Language learning utility from the availability of

ubiquitous online recording

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Rich Internet Applicationsfor Language Learning

Center for Language Education And Research

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Design imperatives

Increase the amount of time that students speak

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Types of activities

• Prompted speech• Spontaneous speech• Project-based speaking

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Prompted Speech

“Audio Dropboxes”

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Spontaneous Speech

“Conversations”

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Project-based speaking

“Viewpoint”“Mashups”

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Key Points

• Tools, not materials– No content– No lessons

• Pros and Cons

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Tools are free for unlimited use

http://ria.clear.msu.edu/

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http://ria.clear.msu.eduhooping4@msu.edu

Dennie Hoopingarner

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