New Trends in Language Education

1. What should be the new trends in education?

As the time changes, educational trends must change. Instead of traditional ways of teaching or outdated methods of learning, the system education should seek innovative ways to teach and reach the interest of learners. Education should take advantage of technology as much as possible. “No longer on grammar, memorization and learning from rote, but rather using language and cultural knowledge as a means to communicate and connect to others around the globe.”( Eaton, S.E., 2010)

2. What is out in language teaching? 

Vague, hollow promises that can't be proven.

Saying that learning languages is easy.

Authoritative teacher attitudes.

Complaining about cutbacks and lack of funding.

Language labs.

3. What are the benefits of using technology in the classroom?

Learners are part of the technological era. Using technology in the classroom is the way we can catch their attention and engage them in the learning process. They do not learn in the traditional way. They are connected to the world and enjoy sharing, so they need that to learn and educational system must adopt this “trend”.

4. Beyond the digital skills what other essential skills do 21st century learners need? 

 “A comprehensive essential skill set is needed for employment.” ( Eaton, S.E., 2010) It is important for learners to develop interpersonal skills such as:

thinking skills

the ability to work well with others

leadership