Generally speaking, a module has 3 components
1) Worksheet and video (QR code): students work as self-directed learners to complete vocabulary and comprehension questions. The second or third worksheet of a set may have some open-ended questions to develop application and analytical thinking skills.
2) Bilingual vocabulary flashcards on Quizlet
3) Kahoot games to consolidate and review. Premium Kahoot accounts can use "poll" questions which can provide opportunities for students to share thoughts.
Worksheets with QR codes and gamified learning can be found at the bottom of this page. Good luck and good teaching.
The slide show on this page shows pictures of several different classes working on these video worksheets since I first started making them three years ago. These video modules are a type of learning experiment that I conduct to see how students organize and direct their own learning. The only guidance I provide are:
(1) the beginning instructions to scan the QR code and watch the video;
(2) periodic breaks from self-study to play learning games on Quizlet and Kahoot; and
(3) binary feedback (Yes, this is good--check. / No, try again. Watch the video again.)
If I notice a student is struggling I will also suggest that he/she work with a partner.
The students organically organize themselves into pairs and learn to use the Youtube playback settings, like switching between subtitle languages and adjusting playback speed. Students naturally turn to Google translate first, but when they realize that Google is not returning the same results as the expected answers on the worksheets, they return to the video playback methods. The most successful students return to the gameplay records on Kahoot and return to Quizlet sets on their own because they noticed that the games reinforce the vocab and phrases on the worksheets. Kahoot, in particular, exercises comprehension questions (5W1H) and even provides sample responses to open-ended application questions (Kahoot poll questions). In this way, successful learners adapt to the situation and learn to incorporate multiple modes of information search and retrieval. Unsuccessful learners first try to work by themselves, and second, persist with the Google translation method despite its drawbacks; which is why I try to get them partnered or grouped with others.
Conclusion: The main factor in English learning success is the learner's tendency to diversify and adapt problem solving techniques. Successful learners are ready to break away from their usual heuristics because they are constantly evaluating the efficacy of those heuristics.
crossword puzzle with QR code video
worksheets with QR code video
Play as flashcard review or Quizlet Live game anytime while working on worksheets. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.
worksheets with QR code video
Play as flashcard review or Quizlet Live game anytime while working on worksheets. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.
worksheets with QR code video
Play as flashcard review or Quizlet Live game anytime while working on worksheets. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.
worksheets with QR code video
Play as flashcard review or Quizlet Live game anytime while working on worksheets. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.
worksheets with QR code video
Play as flashcard review or Quizlet Live game anytime while working on worksheets. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.
worksheets with QR code video
Play as flashcard review or Quizlet Live game anytime while working on worksheets. Review often until test time or end of semester.
Play after at least one worksheet is completed. Review often until test time or end of semester.