ABSTRACT

Technology integration in classroom settings has become a popular concept, especially due to the growth of the digital native population of learners and the novelty of technology tools. This exploratory study aimed at introducing a low-cost Virtual Reality kit, Google Expeditions, in a language classroom and explore its potential as a student-led tool for supporting language learning and teaching. The use of Google Expeditions was guided by teach-back, a pedagogical methodology which emphasises communication and comprehension through spoken interaction. Data were collected through interviews, focus groups, questionnaires, observations and video-taped sessions. Findings provide information on the patterns followed when pedagogically implementing Google Expeditions under teach-back. What is more, evidence is provided on how collaboration is encouraged and on the positive learning experiences of the students in the Google Expeditions sessions. Implications for researchers and instructional designers are also provided.

摘要

课堂环境中的技术集成已成为一个流行的概念，特别是由于学习者数字原生人口的增长和技术工具的新颖性。这项探索性研究旨在在语言课堂中引入低成本的虚拟现实套件 Google Expeditions，并探索其作为支持语言学习和教学的学生主导工具的潜力。Google Expeditions 的使用以回授为指导，这是一种强调通过口语互动进行交流和理解的教学方法。数据是通过访谈、焦点小组、问卷调查、观察和录像会议收集的。调查结果提供了有关在教学方式下实施 Google Expeditions 时遵循的模式的信息。更，提供了关于如何鼓励协作以及学生在 Google 远征课程中的积极学习体验的证据。还提供了对研究人员和教学设计人员的影响。