ENHANCING B2 LEVEL LEARNERS’ SPEAKING SKILLS FROM A DISTANCE: MOODLE BASED EXPERIENCE
Keywords:
MALL (Mobile assisted language learning), CALL (computer assisted language learning), TELL (Technology enhanced language learning), LMS (Learning management system), digital skills, speaking skills, communication, educational gadgets, apps (applications), platform, distance educationAbstract
The current article discusses some popular trends in the evolution of technology enhanced language learning and teaching focusing on benefits of each area. The primary concern of this article is to highlight advantages of one of the learning management systems and specifically focusing on one of its activities. The article includes some real life experience from EFL teaching in Uzbek higher education, and discusses students’ and teachers’ attitudes towards a new trend in Uzbek higher education system.
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