Q. What is ESL?
A. ESL is the acronym for English as a Second Language.
Q. Is ESL the same as ELL and ESOL?
A. ESL, ELL, and ESOL all derive from the same basic principle, however, each acronym has its own unique definition. While ESL stands for English as a Second Language, ELL is defined as English Language Learners, while ESOL stands for English for Speakers of Other Languages.
Q. Are there additional resources via the
internet where I can research all of the possibilities available for ESL and
Technology?
A. See Online Resources
Q. Where can I find software that best fits my
children’s or student’s needs in ESL?
A. There is a variety of software applications available out there for children of all ages and levels engaging in the practices and exercises pertaining to Technology and ESL. For more information visit software applications, that gives a comprehensive review of various pieces of software for low, intermediate, and advanced levels of language development.
Q. Why has technology become such an important
part of the ESL process?
A. The use of technology in ESL has provided a more communicative and integrative computer-assisted approach to language learning (Kajess 2003).