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Tarnopolsky's constructivist blended learning approach to ESP

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Description

Tarnopolsky's constructivist blended learning approach combines traditional methods with modern web-based technologies, stressing the importance of practical experience in e-learning. As a supporter of the input-output theory, the author proposes an entire set of ESP activities (role-plays, case studies, simulations, etc.) with recommendations for integration of the four skills. The approach states that "successful knowledge and skills constructing is achieved owing to students' regular Internet research on professional sites in English".

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

  • Students must engage in regular Internet research on professional sites in English

Constraints

Target Learners

  • university ESP students

Learning Goals

  • professional target language communication
  • integration of four language skills

Claims

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Key Sources

  • Milosevic, D. (2017). Using video materials in English for technical sciences: a case study. In C. Sarré & S. Whyte (Eds), New developments in ESP teaching and learning research (pp. 15-30). Research-publishing.net. https://doi.org/10.14705/rpnet.2017.cssw2017.743
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title Tarnopolsky's constructivist blended learning approach to ESP
description Tarnopolsky's constructivist blended learning approach combines traditional methods with modern web-based technologies, stressing the importance of practical experience in e-learning.
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