Integrate English language learning with digital literacy instruction in one curriculum for immigrant adult learners¶
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Description¶
Briya combines English learning and digital skills in a single curriculum: "All of their devices, software, and online programs use English, so their learners are integrating their English language learning (ELL) with their digital literacy work." Teachers also use traditional ELL strategies in digital literacy classes, such as having students read aloud website names, URLs, and email addresses to practice pronunciation. The case study's key takeaways state these "can be effectively combined in one curriculum, increasing practice with English while also learning digital skills."
Design Implications¶
Context¶
Requirements¶
- Devices, software, and online programs that operate in English so learners practice the target language while building digital skills
Constraints¶
Target Learners¶
- immigrant adult English language learners
Learning Goals¶
- English language proficiency
- digital literacy skills
Claims¶
Patterns Used¶
- Explicit instruction in computer basics: digital skills are taught to adult novices on English-language devices and software, so each routine is also English practice
Related Designs¶
- Briya family literacy program — the programme this curriculum belongs to
- Scaffold adults from beginning users to confident digital citizens with hands-on classes
- Survey adult learners about devices and home access before choosing instructional technology
- Provide free or low-cost technical support and device access for families
Examples¶
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Key Sources¶
- Technology and Family Literacy Case Study: Briya. (2016). Digital Promise. https://www.digitalpromise.org
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Integrate English language learning with digital literacy instruction in one curriculum for immigrant adult learners |
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Briya combines English learning and digital skills in a single curriculum: "All of their devices, software, and online programs use English, so their learners are integrating their English language learning (ELL) with... |
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