E-learning in foreign language instruction in Turkey: Curriculum Models and Course Design Guidelines

Abstract

Nowadays, the implementation of e-learning, blended learning and distance learning in foreign language instruction has become widespread all over the world, including Turkey. With the generation of Digital Natives learning at schools, instructors face the challenge of providing distance learning courses and materials that would meet necessary standards. The re-evaluation of curriculum models and evaluation criteria is thus needed to ensure high quality of distance instruction. The present paper will report on different models of distance learning courses, reflecting on their applicability for English language teaching in Turkey. Moreover, course design guidelines will be provided to facilitate effective authoring of online programs.

Keywords

• E-learning, Language Instruction, Curriculum Models, Course Design.

E-learning in foreign language instruction in Turkey: Curriculum Models and Course Design Guidelines

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