JALT 2021

AR, VR, and Other 3D Applications for CLIL Student Research and Learning

Sat, Nov 13, 15:25-15:50 Asia/Tokyo

Technology General Practice-Oriented Short Workshop

Three researchers, two at the university level, and one at a public high school, are continuing to build a community to develop tech skills through AR, VR, and other 3D modelling technologies and to enhance their students’ learning in English. This workshop will go over the development of the technology used in the classroom, the workshop and lectures given to the students, and the development and status of the high school students’ developed research projects.

Erin Noxon / Corey Noxon / Eric Hawkinson

Enhancing Online Language Education Through Virtual Reality

Mon, Nov 15, 11:25-11:50 Asia/Tokyo

Technology College & University Education Practice-Oriented Short Workshop

This presentation will demonstrate a way to enhance online distance learning through using virtual reality to simulate the multimodality lacking in video conferenced language classes. The presenter will show how using VR in conjunction with video conferencing can greatly enhance learning with explanation and demonstration of the multimodality that VR can bring to online learning. Finally, the presenter will address the limitations of VR such as cost and the physical aspects of implementing VR.

Jason Tacker

VR Apps for Collaborative Language Learning: A Comparison and Contrast

Mon, Nov 15, 12:05-12:30 Asia/Tokyo

Technology College & University Education Practice-Oriented Short Workshop

To assist teachers and learners in HyFlex learning settings, the presenter will make a comparison and contrast of VR apps that can support collaborative language learning. Apps such as Mozilla Hubs, Virbela Open Campus, Frame VR, Spatial, and Engage have been selected due to cross-platform compatibility and minimal or no cost addition. The audience will get familiar with the functions of these apps and be able to make an informed choice that serves them well.

Mehrasa Alizadeh

Methods for Reducing Public Speaking Anxiety Through Exposure Training

Sun, Nov 14, 12:45-13:10 Asia/Tokyo

Public speaking phobia can have a negative impact on students’ ability to function in the classroom and effectively acquire a second language. This talk will discuss an investigation into the best methods for reducing this anxiety in students, including virtual reality and imagination-based exposure training, mindfulness practice, presentation methods instruction, and more. Participants’ comments from program interviews and surveys will also be presented to explore best practices for classroom presentation activities and assessments by instructors.

Josh Brunotte