EDUC 5324

Integrating Technology into Education

Technology Project III
“A Web 2.0 Tool”

11.10.2023
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Betul Ozaydin
North American
University
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Enhancing ESL Learning
with a Web 2.0 tool
~ Duolingo ~

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 What is Web 2.0?
● There are three generations of the World Wide Web, Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0. Each
generation has differences while building on the features of generations before.

● Web 2.0 introduced interactivity to the web with new technologies that allowed users to create and
use complex websites with features like blogging, social media, and video in 2004. This is what
most of us know and understand as the Web.

● Innovations offered by Web 2.0 technology and the most prominent applications are weblogs,
podcasts and video casts, social networks, bookmarks, tagging, photo and video sharing, and
mashups.

● Some popular Web 2.0 examples are Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google Docs, Gmail, Reddit,
Amazon, Google Maps, Spotify, WhatsApp, Skype, etc.
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 Duolingo
● Duolingo is a language learning platform that provides language learning in a
fun and effective way. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, Duolingo offers many course content for people who want to
learn various languages. It has both a web-based version and mobile
applications.
● Duolingo's main goal is to help users improve their language skills. Users can
expand their vocabulary, learn and practice grammar by taking lessons on the
platform. The platform has gamified language learning, so users improve their
language skills while playing games. It also allows users to earn points and
level up as they complete lessons.

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The Logo and the Url of Duolingo

https://www.duolingo.com/

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 Creating a Duolingo Account
To access its features it is important to create a Duolingo account

To create an account:

1. Open the Duolingo app or visit the website.

2. Click on the "Sign Up" or "Get Started" button.

3. Choose a sign-up method (email, Google, or Facebook).

4. Follow the prompts to set up your profile, including selecting the languages you want to learn and your current
proficiency level.

5. Create a secure password.

6. Verify your email address (if required).

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 Features and Capabilities of Duolingo
● Duolingo offers its users the opportunity to learn languages in different languages.
● Duolingo motivates students by gamifying language learning. Users practice regularly by setting
daily score goals.
● It offers special content for those who want to prepare for English proficiency exams.
● It also provides the opportunity to document language proficiency by offering the English Test.
● It offers education in more than 20 languages. Users have the opportunity to learn their preferred
language.
● Users learn to pronounce sentences and words correctly through the microphone.
● It asks users to listen and type text. This helps develop listening and writing skills.
● It encourages users to use sentences on their own without focusing on language rules.
● It offers a recognized test of English proficiency. Users can quickly receive their exam results and
obtain a certificate accepted by many institutions.

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You can access a detailed tutorial on how to use Duolingo in the video provided below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmdG-uZk6JY

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 Educational uses of
Duolingo
Duolingo is a versatile tool that is very suitable for use in the field of education.

● Language courses can be used as an additional resource for students to learn new languages or to improve and
practice their proficiency in a language, depending on each student's level and progress.

● Teachers can assign Duolingo lessons and exercises to their students as homework or extra practice.

● Duolingo's social features, such as language clubs, allow students to connect with peers learning the same
language.

● Duolingo has a platform called “Duolingo for Schools” designed for educators. In this way, teachers can track
students' progress and assign lessons.

● Students' language levels can be determined with Duolingo language proficiency tests.

● Duolingo offers courses in multiple languages, including less commonly taught languages. It can be a valuable
resource for schools or programs that aim to provide multilingual education.

● Duolingo promotes digital literacy by bringing technology into the classroom and integrates educational
technology into the curriculum.
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Possible practices when teaching with
Duolingo
Teachers can use the tool Duolingo for:

● Vocabulary Building ● Assessment Preparation

● Grammar Exercises ● Multilingual Projects

● Reading Comprehension ● Journal Writing

● Homework Assignments ● Cross-Curricular Integration

● Language Practice for ESL Students ● Inclusive Learning

● Language Clubs ● Teacher Professional Development

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 Advantages and Strengths of
● Duolingo
Duolingo is easily accessible and has an interactive interface, and it can be used easily
by a housewife, student, or a professional with a busy schedule.
● You can learn multiple languages simultaneously.
● You can use Duolingo for free and access a wide range of language courses with basic
features.
● They also offer a premium subscription called "Duolingo Plus," which comes with
additional benefits such as an ad-free experience, offline access, progress quizzes, and
more.

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 Disadvantages and Limitations of
Duolingo
● There are some who find it distracting because it's like a game, and it doesn't teach much culture or
advanced language, so it's better for beginners.

● It's not ideal if you want to speak fluently or need personalized lessons, and you need technology to
use it, but, if you want to start learning a new language, it can help.

● Additionally, using Duolingo can lead to a lack of creativity and problem-solving skills as it is based
on multiple-choice questions.

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 Thank you!
Betul Ozaydin

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