Document Type
Article
Publication Date
10-2017
Abstract
This pedagogical implementation study advocates for performance-driven assessments to help learners become aware of and improve upon presentational speaking skills at the advanced level. A social media content creation tool, Adobe Spark Video, enabled learners to practice oral skills outside of class. The task design, implementation, and evaluation met the principle objectives of learner autonomy—namely awareness, choice, reflection, and goal setting. A step-by-step guide with examples and survey results about student perceptions is included. While the case study targeted upper-division Spanish majors, the pedagogical model could be adapted for intermediate and advanced learners of any second or foreign language.
Copyright Statement
This document was originally published in Language Learning & Technology by Language Learning & Technology. Copyright restrictions may apply. http://llt.msu.edu/issues/october2017/arispeburston.html
Publication Information
Arispe, Kelly and Burston, Jack. (2017). "Making It Personal: Performance-Based Assessments, Ubiquitous Technology, and Advanced Learners". Language Learning & Technology, 21(3), 44-58.