Innovation in Language Learning

Edition 17

Accepted Abstracts

Are IWBs worth in EFL?

Michaela Sepešiová, University of Prešov (Slovakia)

Abstract

An interactive whiteboard generates many challenges and opportunities for foreign language teaching and learning. It enriches learning environment; reduces learners´ anxiety and increases their self-confidence; provides learners with more choice and stimulates learners´ autonomy. On the other hand, we should be aware of some drawbacks, such as an inappropriate use; low school budgets or teachers´ reluctance to accept new approaches. The purpose of this paper is to discuss and present the analysis of the use of IWBs in EFL teaching from in-service teachers’ perspective, applying SWOT analysis in a specific Slovak socio-educational environment.  The findings gathered via questionnaire and face to face interviews have indicated that the participants (n=46) value as the foremost strengths followings: a rise of interactions and class discussions, accepting various learning styles, an increase in creativity and motivation, sharing and re-using of materials and saving some work. Some of the weaknesses are that the respondents lacked the previous training and experience; no evidence of effectiveness of teaching and learning; teachers´ unwillingness when using new technologies; overuse of IWBs; time consuming preparation; challenging problem solving and unexpected shutdowns.

Keywords: English as a Foreign Language. SWOT Analysis. Interactive Whiteboard. In service teachers;

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