Year 7-10 E-Learning in Languages (ELL) Teacher Reports

1. Year 7-10 E-Learning in Languages (ELL) Teacher Reports Does the use of video as a reflective tool for teachers and students impact on student learning of an international language, with a focus on speaking?

2. Teacher: Nicole Morrall • School Name: Kimihia School • Email Address: nicolem@kimihia.school.nz • GST number: 49637128

3. Learning Languages in the New Zealand Curriculum ‘There is a clear expectation from the Minister and Ministry of Education that schools with students in Years 7-10 should be working towards including a quality second language programme when designing their school curriculum.’ (Revised curriculum document)

4. Why study a language? In learning an additional language and its culture, students will: • come to appreciate that languages and cultures are systems organised in particular ways to achieve meaning; • extend their ability to interact appropriately with speakers of another language or from another culture; • be introduced to new ways to interpret the world and their place in it; • acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes that equip them for living in a world of diverse people, languages and cultures; • be challenged to consider their own identities and assumptions. (NZC p. 24-25)

5. E-learning and pedagogy E-learning has the potential to support teaching by: • assisting students in making connections; • facilitating shared learning; • creating supportive learning environments; and • enhancing opportunities to learn. (NZC p. 36)

6. Focus Question: Does the use of video as a reflective tool for teachers and students impact on student learning of an international language, with a focus on speaking? Research and theoretical base used to underpin focus question: Ellis Principles (2005) • Principle 1 – Instruction needs to ensure that learners develop both a rich repertoire of formulaic expressions and a rule-based competence. • Principle 7 - Successful instructed language learning also requires opportunities for output. • Principle 8 – The opportunity to interact in the target language is central to developing proficiency.

7. Principles of Intercultural Communicative Language Teaching and Learning Newton & Yates 2009 MOE NZ • Principle 1 – Integrates language and culture from the beginning. • Principle 2 – Engages learners in genuine social interactions. • Principle 4 – Fosters explicit comparisons and connections between languages and cultures.

8. Teaching as Inquiry

9. Change in schools • Moved from St Andrews Middle School to Kimihia School in July • Blue background blog pages = SAMS • Red background blog pages = Kimihia

10. Research Context Kimihia School is a decile 2 full primary school situated on the east side of Huntly in a semi-rural setting. There are 341 students, with 13 ethnicities represented. Other 6% Pacific Islander 5% 46% 43%

12. Target Group

13. Student voice – initial survey

15. First Survey Conclusions • Most students had experience of learning an additional language. • Students had greater access to computers outside of school than anticipated (85% have access to Internet at home). • Displayed interest in developing digital walls. • Most students knew very little about China. • Tended to associate what they knew about Japan with China. • All but one speak only English at home.

16. E-Learning in ChineseThe class blog • YouTube as an educational resource

17. Scribd to upload documents

19. Internet for research

20. Quizlet

21. Voki and ToonDoo

24. The Terracotta Soldiers The Terracotta Soldiers The Terracotta Soldiers Xi'an Xi'an Xi'an Transport Transport Transport Home of the Warriors Home of the Warriors Home of the Warriors Taxi’s are a comfortable way to go to sightseeing around Xi’an. The taxi costs around $1.50 (CNY 6) for the first to kilometres with an additional cost of 50 cents for every extra kilometre. Taxi’s are a comfortable way to go to sightseeing around Xi’an. The taxi costs around $1.50 (CNY 6) for the first to kilometres with an additional cost of 50 cents for every extra kilometre. Taxi’s are a comfortable way to go to sightseeing around Xi’an. The taxi costs around $1.50 (CNY 6) for the first to kilometres with an additional cost of 50 cents for every extra kilometre. 西安 西安 西安 The Terracotta army was discovered, in 1974, by some local farmers while they were drilling a water well 1.5 miles east of Mount Lishan. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant master piece of China. Most people believe that the army was to protect the Emperor in his afterlife, but the historians believe that it was to help rule another empire with Shi Huang Di (Chinese emperor of 246 BC - 221 BC during the Warriors States Period) in the afterlife. It took 11 years to build and finish the whole army. It caught the attention of archaeologists, while the local people were interested in treasures and sacrificial objects. The Terracotta army was discovered, in 1974, by some local farmers while they were drilling a water well 1.5 miles east of Mount Lishan. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant master piece of China. Most people believe that the army was to protect the Emperor in his afterlife, but the historians believe that it was to help rule another empire with Shi Huang Di (Chinese emperor of 246 BC - 221 BC during the Warriors States Period) in the afterlife. It took 11 years to build and finish the whole army. It caught the attention of archaeologists, while the local people were interested in treasures and sacrificial objects. The Terracotta army was discovered, in 1974, by some local farmers while they were drilling a water well 1.5 miles east of Mount Lishan. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are the most significant master piece of China. Most people believe that the army was to protect the Emperor in his afterlife, but the historians believe that it was to help rule another empire with Shi Huang Di (Chinese emperor of 246 BC - 221 BC during the Warriors States Period) in the afterlife. It took 11 years to build and finish the whole army. It caught the attention of archaeologists, while the local people were interested in treasures and sacrificial objects. Public Buses are the main means of daily transportation. there are about 5,680 buses running on more than 200 lines in Xian City. Public Buses are the main means of daily transportation. there are about 5,680 buses running on more than 200 lines in Xian City. Public Buses are the main means of daily transportation. there are about 5,680 buses running on more than 200 lines in Xian City. A City of History A City of History A City of History Riding a Bicycle along the textured roads of Xi’an is a must for young travellers. It is one of the main ways to experience the daily lifestyles of the Chinese people as it is so cheap. and the bike is easily transportable. Riding a Bicycle along the textured roads of Xi’an is a must for young travellers. It is one of the main ways to experience the daily lifestyles of the Chinese people as it is so cheap. and the bike is easily transportable. Riding a Bicycle along the textured roads of Xi’an is a must for young travellers. It is one of the main ways to experience the daily lifestyles of the Chinese people as it is so cheap. and the bike is easily transportable. Accommodation Accommodation Accommodation The Shangri-la Hotel in Xi’an is one of the best hotels in town. It is located on the outskirts of the Xi’an city, only a 15 minute drive from the city centre. The Shangri-la Hotel in Xi’an is one of the best hotels in town. It is located on the outskirts of the Xi’an city, only a 15 minute drive from the city centre. The Shangri-la Hotel in Xi’an is one of the best hotels in town. It is located on the outskirts of the Xi’an city, only a 15 minute drive from the city centre. In 1975, The State Council permitted to build a museum on site, this causes lots of people from far and near came to visit. The entrance fee is around $20, depending on the season. Fort more information, visit: http://archaeology.about.com/od/china/a/terracotta.htm For more inf In 1975, The State Council permitted to build a museum on site, this causes lots of people from far and near came to visit. The entrance fee is around $20, depending on the season. Fort more information, visit: http://archaeology.about.com/od/china/a/terracotta.htm For more inf In 1975, The State Council permitted to build a museum on site, this causes lots of people from far and near came to visit. The entrance fee is around $20, depending on the season. Fort more information, visit: http://archaeology.about.com/od/china/a/terracotta.htm For more inf Sofitel On Renmin Square Xian is located in the heart of the city. As it is surrounded by many great landmarks, like the Bell Tower and the Drum tower. Sofitel On Renmin Square Xian is located in the heart of the city. As it is surrounded by many great landmarks, like the Bell Tower and the Drum tower. Sofitel On Renmin Square Xian is located in the heart of the city. As it is surrounded by many great landmarks, like the Bell Tower and the Drum tower. The Grand Noble Hotel is surrounded by many great attractions as it is also in the heart of this anciently historical city. The Grand Noble Hotel is surrounded by many great attractions as it is also in the heart of this anciently historical city. The Grand Noble Hotel is surrounded by many great attractions as it is also in the heart of this anciently historical city.

29. Chinese page on blog

32. Student video and self/peer assessment Reflection Questions: • What do you feel went well? • What do you need to work on? • What are the next steps?

35. Student’s comments on video Chinese Introduction Video I think I did pretty well for someone who has been learning Chinese forabout 5 weeks. (It may sound like a long time but it really isn't!)I think I spoke clearly, I didn't try to use tones because they are quite confusing.Please don't laugh at my video!What I am saying....HelloMy name is BrookeMy phone number is8953535 (not my real phone number)ENJOY!!

36. Other students’ comments • EmmaC said... • you were looking at a piece of paper (so was i ) we should work on remembering what we say. you done awesome! • May 11, 2010 2:47 PM • Joyce said... • I agree with Emma, maybe next time you can try to practice more.^-^ • May 12, 2010 5:12 PM • shivon said... • yeah I agree with Joyce and yeah you could maybe practice on looking at the camera a bit more (tip)* putting the piece of paper right next to the camera !that's my trick~ • May 12, 2010 5:38 PM • Hannah said... • Brooke that was really good though I think you need to practice on your pronunciation and fluency! • May 12, 2010 9:17 PM • Horim C said... • I think you did great! Yes, you might have looked at the piece of paper but I think that's all part of learning! if you didn't need the paper and you worked a bit more on your fluency, next time I think you would be perfect! • May 12, 2010 11:34 PM

38. I had a bit of trouble with my Chinese assessment because I started learning late but I will soon become better at it. I wasn't very confident because I haven't learnt much1/4. I had a normal voice 2/4. My pace needs a lot of work 1/4. My tone needs a little work 1/4. My pronunciation needs a lot of work1/4 and the flow was just right 2/4. (BJ self -assessment)

39. Video of teaching session to inform teaching practice

43. Changes to make in teaching • Try to praise more using formulaic language. • Give students more basic formulaic language to use in everyday classroom situations. • Try to give students more task-based activities for authentic communication – something students will actually use in real life.

44. Gathering Student Voice I conducted a class survey after almost one term of learning Chinese at my new school. • How has Japanese helped you with learning Chinese? • What have you learnt in Chinese so far? • What are the challenges of learning Chinese? • How do you help yourself learn? • How does your teacher help you? • How will you know when you have learnt something? • What would help you remember? • What advice would you give to students who were going to start learning Chinese? • Is there any language you hear at home or in the community that helps you with learning Chinese?

45. What are the challenges in learning Chinese? 魏岱文wèidàiwén The challenges of learning Chinese are I can’t remember all of it and it’s hard to pronounce it correctly. 何爱玛héàimǎ The challenges of learning Chinese are getting the pronunciation right. 毕蕊妮bìruǐnī The pronunciation is a challenge whilst learning Chinese. 何杰héjié Remembering words, phone numbers, numbers. 史莎曼shǐshāmàn The pronunciation and tones. 白珂báikēbīn Pronouncing some of the words. 史文满shǐwénmǎn The tones

46. What would help you remember? 魏岱文wèidàiwén My book would help you remember. 何爱玛héàimǎ I would remember Chinese better if we used pictures to remember the characters. 毕蕊妮bìruǐnī What would help me remember something will be like if it rhymed like Mrs. Jones taught us pasame the hasame for scissors and I’ve always remembered that! 史文满shǐwénmǎn My book. 何杰héjié Keep practicing, listening to advice. 白珂báikēbīn Involving cards like we did with hiragana letters and using word sounds similar. 史莎曼shǐshāmàn Write it in my book.

47. Class Data Time 1 – Baseline Survey Time 2 – Chinese Reading/Writing Test

48. Time 3 – Ordering Food Roleplay Time 1 – Introduction Speech Time 2 – 2nd Introduction Speech

49. Growth shown in videos