Homework 2.

1. Consider the difference between EFL related and authentic websites.

  
 - EFL

• Provide content that learners can use
• Learners can do activities on their own
• Offer more controlled language work
• Can focus on certain English skills
• Can help learners prepare for exams
• Ideal for homework    

 -Authentic websites

• Can be chosen to fit learners' interests. 
• Controlled by the learners’ tasks
• Can be chosen to fit learners’ interests
• Helps keep motivation high in the E-classroom
• Focuses on total comprehension

2. Consider how to evaluate a website for classroom use.


 -Accuracy

• Who wrote the page? Is this person an expert in the subject matter?
  Check qualifications, experience - look for an 'about me' link.
• Is the page content reliable and factually correct?
  Cross-reference with other similar websites and encyclopedias.

 -Currency

• Is the content up-to-date?
  Check factual information against other reliable sources.
• When was the page last updated?
  Check for information at the bottom/top of the page.

 -Content

• Is the site interesting and stimulating?
  Consider the content from your learners' point of view.
• Is it attractive and easy to navigate?

-Functionality

• Does the site work well? Are there any broken links?
  Be sure to check all pages, and follow all links to all pages you intend to use.
• Does it use a lot of large files or alternative technologies?
  Check how quickly it loads for learners; check sound, video and animation work.

Homework 1.

1.     Consider the causes of technophobia and suggest ways to overcome it.

-The reason they feel fear of using technology;

 Because they are digital immigrants. They have come late to the world of technology, if at all so they don’t used to use computer.

-The ways to overcome it;

 First, let them exposure to technology with interesting ways such as make them download movies, music or information what they like.

 Second, Make them aware that they already have certain technical skills-they probably know how to use a tape recorder, for example, and often already use technology in their lives, such as an MP3 player, the Internet or email.

2.     Consider what are the basic skills and equipment that instructors need in order to start using technology in their instruction.

-The basic skills is word processing program, how to use email and how to access and use the Internet.

-We will needs some essential equipment to start to implement technology is computer, Internet connection, printer, an audio card in the computer and basic software(a word processing program, a web browser like Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or Mozilla and an email program).

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