Multimodal Literacies MOOC’s Updates
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Multimodal Writing Approach
In my EFL classroom, I find that using a multimodal writing approach opens up exciting ways for students to express themselves, especially when language alone might feel limiting. Multimodal writing goes beyond traditional text-based assignments; it...More
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Extensive and Intensive Reading in EFL Classroom
I see both extensive and intensive reading approaches as essential yet distinct ways of developing reading skills in the EFL classroom. Extensive reading, in my view, aligns well with emphasis on reading as a process that involves meaning-making thr...More
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Using Padlet in EFL Writing Classroom in Higher Education
As an EFL instructor in higher education, I'm always on the lookout for tools that make writing lessons more interactive and engaging. One of my favorite tools is Padlet, an online platform where students and I can share, post, and collaborate on co...More
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Language Proficiency
One key dimension of learner differences I address in my classroom is language proficiency, especially since many of my students come from diverse linguistic backgrounds and have varying levels of proficiency in English
Literacy Strategies I Use t...More
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Digital Portfolios: A Balanced Approach to Literacy Assessment
One popular method for assessing literacy in today's classrooms is the digital portfolio. This is essentially an online collection where students can showcase their work over time, allowing teachers to see how their skills develop. Instead of relyin...More
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Supporting Cognitive Differences Through Multimodal Literacy Strategies
In every classroom, learners bring unique cognitive abilities that shape how they understand and engage with lessons. Some students quickly grasp new concepts, while others need a little more time or a different approach to fully comprehend the mate...More
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Using Visual Literacy in Science Education
Visual literacy is a great way to help students understand science by using images and diagrams
Example of Practice
In a biology class, students learn about the human body by looking at diagrams and watching animations of the circulatory system...More
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Using Audiobooks to Enhance Reading and Writing
Using Audiobooks to Enhance Reading and Writing
Audiobooks are a great tool to connect listening with reading and writing. Here’s how they can be used in the classroom:
Example of Practice
Imagine a class where students are reading a novel. The t...More
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Multimodal Learning in Early Childhood Education
Multimodal learning is a teaching method that uses different senses and ways of communication to help young children learn better. Here’s how it works:
Imagine a classroom where kids learn new words through various activities:
Spatial Learning:...More
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Multimodal Literacies in Early Education: Connecting Audio and Oral Meanings to Reading and Writing through Jolly Phonics
The development of literacy skills in young learners is a complex process that involves not only reading and writing but also speaking, listening, and engaging with meaning through various sensory modes. In contemporary educational settings, the con...More