Author(s): Jeff Carter with Steve Quann

Institutional affiliation/Agency/Program: World Education

Publication date or date of most recent update: 2003

Number of pages: 59

Website URL: http://www.cls.utk.edu/pdf/esol_workplace/Tenn_ESOL_in_the_Workplace.pdf

Type of product (lesson plans, curriculum, training product): Training Product

Subject of materials: Web development with students

Target population: Instructors

Skill levels of instructional materials (lessons, curricula): N/A

Training required: Basic knowledge of the web.
Basic web development is useful, and the document provides links to resources to address these skills.

Abstract: This book is designed to provide adult literacy and ESOL staff developers and teachers with some simple, user-friendly guidance on using project based instruction and technology to build a web site with students.

What the experts say: Under Construction is a useful tool for instructors who want to introduce their students to some basic technology skills and/or use the World Wide Web to publish student products. The book not only provides step-by-step guide to building a web site with students, but also introduces the rationale for using project-based instruction and using technology as a tool. The quotes from teachers who have used this approach add interest and real-life examples. Very practical hints, suggestions, and cautions provide valuable information for first-timers. This resource guide not only encourages adult students to be technology learners, but also guides the teacher in promoting the use of technology while encouraging authentic learning.