THE INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY INTO FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING

There are many great ways to integrate technology into the foreign language classroom. The internet alone is full of resources that can help with foreign language acquisition. However, writing about the internet in general would be very time consuming, because there is so much out there. Therefore, we will be focusing specifically on YouTube, Skype, and SMART Boards, and the advantages/disadvantages to using these technologies in the classroom. Technology-based foreign language teaching has provided many effective strategies in the learning process. The use of technology in teaching leads to a good command of the target language with ease. Learners stand a better chance of improving their foreign language skills if learning is strengthened with technology; therefore, technology-aided learning environment is a key factor that motivates the learners to accomplish better.