Gunma JALT:

Online Text Reconstruction Exercises and Metadiscourse Markers Use

Date: Sunday, May 19th, 2024 Time: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Speaker: David Gann (Tokyo University of Science)

Description:
Discover how Online Text Reconstruction Exercises (OTREs), particularly WebSequiturs, can enhance teaching argumentative writing! This engaging presentation will delve into the impressive improvements in students' use of discourse markers, showcasing increased variety, appropriacy, and communicative functions in their writing. Findings reveal that OTREs boost linguistic awareness and appropriacy and foster collaboration and autonomy among English learners. Join us to explore the transformative potential of OTREs in academic settings and learn why such tools are invaluable in maximizing teaching effectiveness. Don't miss out on this innovative educational approach!

Organization: Gunma Chapter of the Japan Association for Language Teaching (Gunma JALT)

Cost: Free

Venue: Kyoai Gakuen University 1154-4 Koyaharamachi, Maebashi, Gunma 379-2121

Location: Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture, Japan

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