“Learning English with Digital Tools”

In 2016, I also got an amazing chance to attend Global Conference on English Studies at Vallabh Vidhyanagar in February 2016

Here I would like to share with you my abstract of the paper I presented there

English: Multimedia and Technology

Digital Literacy

“Learning English with Digital Tools”

Abstract

In 21st century the world is becoming Digital day by day. The Concept of Digital Literacy is increasing day by day. Digital Literacy is an ability to effectively use technology for creating, assessing and navigating information. For a majority of Learners, the idea of books and paper is old and boring. The young learners look forward to some creative and effective way of learning. The digital tools offer learners the amazing experience of learning in a play way method.

Language also plays a major role in working with the digital tools. English is a Global Language and a part of Digital tools. One must have a command over this language to gain Digital Literacy. Digital tools provide plenty sources to learn English online and free of cost.

Digital tools like Blog, Facebook, Instagram , Twitter, or Infographics makes English Language learning easier.

Many people take digital tools as a means of entertainment. These tools are not only entertainment but Edutainment. As there is a saying in English “Every coin has two sides”, there are advantages and disadvantages of learning through digital tools.

Key words: - Digital Literacy, Digital Tools, Edutainment, Language

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