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Designing Video Narratives to Contextualize Content for ESL Learners: A Design Process Case Study
- Source :
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Interactive Learning Environments . Dec 2008 16(3):231-243. - Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- In this paper we discuss how the Brigham Young University Technology Assisted Language Learning Group (BYU TALL Group) develops video-based dramatic narratives to increase the amount of context we provide to English as a second language (ESL) learners. First, we discuss the problem of decontextualization in education, the contextualism alternative, and how narrative can provide crucial context. Next, using ESL instruction as a case study, we compare non-narrative video-based language models with narrative models and discuss some of the potential benefits of narrative models. We then discuss issues to consider when using narrative models, and outline a narrative-focused design and development process with particular attention to those aspects critical to creating narratives that are simultaneously pedagogically sound, aesthetically credible, and engaging for learners to watch. (Contains 2 figures.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1049-4820
- Volume :
- 16
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Interactive Learning Environments
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ820374
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Evaluative
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820802114044