Lesson 1

Characteristic of Appropriate Instructional Materials in Language Teaching.

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) can be significantly useful as tools for language instruction. In the Philippines, the languages that are being taught are Mother Tongue; Filipino, English, and other foreign languages. With the integration of ICT’s in teaching languages, the need to process data quickly and integrate voice, music, video, pictures, and text into lessons can be fully addressed. Eslit (2017) claims that ICTs can be programmed to tailor instruction and tests for reach individual language learner.

Computer-Based Instructional Tools and Materials in Language Teaching.

The numerous technology tools being used in language teaching are fully supportive of the different types of instructional materials commonly used in language teaching. Below are some computer-based instructional tools, strategies and materials in language teaching.

A. Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)

is a fundamental part of English teaching methodology and it is a highly acknowledge means in attaining learning objectives. Computers provide many opportunities in attaining learning objectives. Computers provide many opportunities of exchanging ideas and information at both national and international level.

B. Language Instructional Materials Supported by Technology Tools.

Ajoke (2017) cited the different types of instructional materials in teaching English as a second language. These types are also useful in teaching other languages.

INSTRUCTIONAL CHARTS

One of the common types of instructional materials in language teaching and learning is a chart. Charts can be seen on printed materials but their presentation can be enhanced and are presented in 3D or 4D form with the aid of technology. Charts can help language learners read with understanding data and concepts that are not presented in text forms.

POSTERS

Many of the schools in the Philippines have been requiring their students to participate in poster-making activities to further develop their creativity and to help them express their ideas through a pictorial device.