Transcript Using Technology to teach Persian Through culture and Language

Using Technology to Teach
Persian Through Culture and
Language
Presenters:
Ms. Weeda Bakhshee
Mr. Hadi Poustchi
Kelly Marz
Overview
 Who We Are
 Technology Tools
 LLC approach to focus on productive skills
 Writing
 Speaking
Who We Are
 Native instructors working at the Offutt Language
Learning Center
 Multiple DoD entities
 4-week intermediate/advanced courses; 8-week
conversion courses
Technology Tools
 Wireless network
 Access .ir and .af sites
 Current resources reflecting current cultural situations
 Satellite Access
 Portable Devices
 ARCHOS
 MP3 players/iPODS
 SmartBoards
 Laptops
Productive Skills-Writing
 Strengthen grammar while encouraging students
to develop independent and analytical skills with
more in-depth familiarization of current situations
of the target country.
Productive Skills - Speaking
 Increase student vocabulary and confidence in
speaking ability and various social interactions.
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