ML 440 - Interactive Technology: Computers in Foreign Language Teaching

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The course will develop competency in creating supplementary computer software for foreign language classes in the schools. It will include designing and field-testing interactive computer programs, proficiency-based units, and programs for “housekeeping chores”. In addition, students will learn to evaluate commercial material.
Prerequisite(s): B.A. or B.S. or completion of EED 428 or equivalent (methodology of teaching foreign languages) or permission of the instructor. Major or minor in a foreign language or English as a second language. Prior experience with computers highly recommended.