Title :
Web-assisted teaching of English Reading based on constructivism
Author :
Yan, Liu ; Hua, Sun
Author_Institution :
Nanjing Agricultural University, China
Abstract :
With the development of computer network technology, the web has become an important virtual place for learning English. Compared with the traditional teaching methods of English reading, web-assisted teaching has significant advantages. We can use the network technology to solve some problems such as reading little and reading outdated material. It can stimulate students´reading interests as well as improve students´reading abilities. The thesis begins with CALL (computer assisted language learning). Takes the teaching of English reading as the topic, using constructivism theory The thesis gives examples to illustrate that under the teacher´s guidance, web-assisted English reading can stimulate students´ enthusiasm and creativity. It is a beneficial way for students to apply a correct reading strategy to improve their efficiency and ability.
Keywords :
Books; Computers; Educational institutions; Games; Materials; Multimedia communication; Construct theory; English reading teaching; students; web-assisted;
Conference_Titel :
Information Science and Engineering (ICISE), 2010 2nd International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Hangzhou, China
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-7616-9
DOI :
10.1109/ICISE.2010.5691753