Validating self-made multimedia resources for English teaching and learning in higher education contexts

Authors

  • Profª. Drª. Ana Sevilla - Pavón Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Profª. Drª. Ana Gimeno - Sanz Universitat de València

Keywords:

Validação de software, Materiais didáticos online, Provas de Idiomas, Inglês para Fins Específicos

Abstract

This paper describes the validation of an English language practice and self-assessment online tool developed and implemented at the Universitat Politècnica de València in Spain by researchers of the CAMILLE group. This tool is an integral part of the InGenio FCE Online Course & Tester,designed to support learners intending to take a higher-intermediate proficiency exam. Thetool was submitted to a thorough product evaluation process by 66 learners of English for Specific Purposes. The results obtained are positive in terms of user satisfaction and also shed light on user preferences and possible improvements.

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2014-10-01

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Sevilla - Pavón, A., & imeno - Sanz, A. (2014). Validating self-made multimedia resources for English teaching and learning in higher education contexts. evista ozes os ales: Publicações cadêmicas, 3(6), 15. etrieved from https://revistas.ufvjm.edu.br/vozes/article/view/919

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Vol. 3 No. 6 (2014): Revista Multidisciplinar Vozes dos Vales

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