Using Web-based Instruction to Promote Active Learning

Learners' Perspectives

Authors

  • Lina Lee University of New Hampshire

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1558/cj.v23i1.139-156

Keywords:

Web-based Instruction, Active Learning, Computer-mediated Communication, Learners' Perspectives, Foreign Language Learning

Abstract

This article reports classroom research on learners' perspectives on Web-based instruction that utilizes the Blackboard course management system. The Web-based instruction aims to provide and support collaborative learning while fostering learners' autonomy and accountability. The article also provides a description of the course design along with task-based activities. The results drawn from the questionnaires and final oral interviews show that the experience of using Web-based learning has changed the way students view the role of Internet technology in the development of their Spanish language learning. In addition to the reinforcement of learners' writing and communication skills, Web-based learning empowers learners to be actively involved in the process and to be responsible and accountable for their own learning.

Author Biography

  • Lina Lee, University of New Hampshire

    Lina Lee is Associate Professor of Spanish at the University of New Hampshire where she coordinates the Spanish Program, trains teaching assistants, and supervises foreign language interns. She has published articles on language pedagogy and Internet technologies for foreign language instruction in Foreign Language Annals, Hispania, CALICO, System, ReCALL and NECTFL Review. She is the author of web sites for the Spanish textbooks Mosaicos (2nd ed.) and Puentes, as well as the e-book for Avenidas.

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2013-01-14

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Lee, L. (2013). Using Web-based Instruction to Promote Active Learning: Learners’ Perspectives. CALICO Journal, 23(1), 139-156. https://doi.org/10.1558/cj.v23i1.139-156