ERIC Number: EJ1138436
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 8
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Harnessing Technology to Assess Oral Communication in Business English
Levy, Tal; Gertler, Hedy
Teaching English with Technology, v15 n4 p52-59 2015
Assessing oral skills in relatively large Business English classes seems a most formidable task for any teacher. How does one make sure to get multiple and valid assessments of each student? This action research paper provides supporting evidence for the correlation between the use of technology and students' engagement. This was achieved by creating and implementing a course which aims at motivating, promoting and assessing oral communication skills. Students are required to use various channels, including video recordings to demonstrate their communication abilities. This framework enables students and instructors alike to overcome the challenges of large classes.
Descriptors: Oral Communication Method, Business English, Technology Uses in Education, Skill Analysis, Student Evaluation, Action Research, Correlation, Learner Engagement, Student Participation, Communication Skills, Business Administration Education, Influence of Technology
IATEFL Poland Computer Special Interest Group / University of Nicosia / Maria Curie-Sklodowska University. Ul. J. Sowinskiego 17, 20-041 Lublin, Poland. Web site: http://tewtjournal.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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