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The following graphics illustrate the evolution of the ERAIC framework:
The following graphics illustrate the evolution of the ERAIC framework:
Figure 1: ERAIC visualisation developed by Matthew Ledwell. This graphic demonstrates the progressive nature of each category as it builds upon the skills developed in earlier categories. There was some concern that educators might avoid tools in the Explore or Recall categories because they are considered “lower order” skills, even though they are necessary steps toward second language acquisition.
Figure 2: ERAIC visualisation by Theressa François. This graphic illustrates the holistic nature of all the skills required for second language acquisition. The relationship between the categories is not clear, however and the categories are not explained.
Figure 3: ERAIC visualisation by Theressa François. This graphic places the categories along a continuum, although the implication remains that Create resources are superior to Explore tools, for example. Images reinforce the category definitions and text is used to succinctly explain them. Finding an image that adequately represents the Analyse category has proven difficult, as these resources require a response in addition to analysis.
Figure 4: ERAIC visualisation by Theressa François. This graphic incorporates suggestions for improvements, such as altering the Analyse category symbols, and the addition of an arrowhead to suggest continued growth potential and language mastery.
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