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Improving Learners' Speaking Skills with Podcasts

Improving Learners' Speaking Skills with Podcasts

Pete Travis, Fiona Joseph
Copyright: © 2009 |Pages: 18
ISBN13: 9781605661902|ISBN10: 1605661902|EISBN13: 9781605661919
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-60566-190-2.ch017
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Travis, Pete, and Fiona Joseph. "Improving Learners' Speaking Skills with Podcasts." Handbook of Research on Web 2.0 and Second Language Learning, edited by Michael Thomas, IGI Global, 2009, pp. 313-330. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-60566-190-2.ch017

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Travis, P. & Joseph, F. (2009). Improving Learners' Speaking Skills with Podcasts. In M. Thomas (Ed.), Handbook of Research on Web 2.0 and Second Language Learning (pp. 313-330). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-60566-190-2.ch017

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Travis, Pete, and Fiona Joseph. "Improving Learners' Speaking Skills with Podcasts." In Handbook of Research on Web 2.0 and Second Language Learning, edited by Michael Thomas, 313-330. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2009. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-60566-190-2.ch017

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Abstract

In particular, this chapter looks at the potential role of Web 2.0 technologies and podcasting to act as a transformational force within language education. Using a case study approach, the researchers describe a project to create a series of podcasts called “Splendid Speaking” based on authentic speech recordings of English language learners from around the world. The aim of the project was to utilize a Web 2.0 technology, podcasting, to improve the speaking skills of upper-intermediate to advanced level learners. Central to this project was the question of how popular a podcasting service would be with the target audience of English language learners and teachers. The Splendid Speaking podcasts were enabled by the use of Skype, a free Internet telephony system, and other low-cost and free software to edit and publish the podcasts. It is hoped that teachers and curriculum planners reading this chapter will be able to evaluate the possibilities of creating podcasts to deliver elements of their language courses.

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