My reflection on Lecture 1: "Technology in Language Teaching

 My reflection on Lecture 1: "Technology in Language Teaching

Lecture 1, "Technology in Language Teaching," gave us a great starting point by introducing how technology has influenced language teaching. What stood out to me was the way it emphasized the progression from ancient writing systems to the digital tools we use today. It really made me realize how far we've come, from chalk and blackboards to interactive multimedia platforms and CALL (Computer-Assisted Language Learning). The changes over time have truly transformed both education and our daily lives.

Reading about key technological advancements like phonographs, audio cassettes, and multimedia platforms made me think about how much teaching methods and tools have changed over the years with the help of technology. When I compare what we use now to what was available even a few years ago, it’s clear how fast things are changing. For example, my sister, who’s 29 and recently finished her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, is always amazed when she sees the assignments and presentations I create for my Master’s program. Back when she was a student, the main tools they used were a whiteboard or blackboard, and now we’re using smartboards, laptops, and have access to the internet in nearly every class.

Of course, as mentioned in the lecture there are plenty of challenges and obstacles the education system goes through in order to incorporate all of the new technologies, but the fact that all of this has happened in a matter of years shows just how fast teaching, especially in language education, is evolving. It's exciting to see how technology has recently made learning more engaging and effective and it's even more exciting to know that there's more to come!