LTSIG: Movies as Multimodal Input in EFL: a technology-mediated TBLT perspective

In the ever-evolving landscape of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instruction, the integration of multimodal inputs has emerged as a transformative approach. Recognizing students diverse learning styles and preferences, this webinar seeks to explore the crucial role of multimodality in enhancing EFL pedagogy. Multimodal inputs, such as those derived from movies, offer a dynamic blend of visual and auditory stimuli, enriching language learning experiences and promoting a holistic understanding of linguistic nuances.
The integration of technology-mediated task-based language teaching (TBLT) is at the heart of this exploration. In today's digital age, technology acts as a catalyst, propelling language instruction into new dimensions. TBLT and technology engage learners and foster interactive and practical language use. This webinar will look at the synergies between multimodal inputs from movies and TBLT strategies, offering educators practical insights to design input-based tasks.Several possibilities lie at the intersection of multimodality, technology, and task-based language teaching. How can these synergies redefine EFL instruction in an era dominated by digital communication? Let's explore together.

Speaker - Valentina Morgana

Valentina Morgana is an Assistant Professor of English Language and Linguistics at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan. Her area of research focuses on Applied Linguistics and the use of corpora in English language teaching in secondary and higher education. Her interests include technology-mediated task-based language teaching (TBLT), multimodal input in second language learning, and mobile English language teaching and learning. She is a qualified EFL secondary school teacher and a teacher trainer of pre-service and in-service courses. She graduated in Modern Languages from the Università degli Studi of Pavia and holds a Doctorate from the Department ofLanguages of the Open University, UK.

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