In its efforts to make learning more engaging for our pupils, the English Department is looking into the use of the iMac in the Language classroom. Here are some of the projects that are underway:
Use of GarageBand and iMovie to improve oracy (Sec 4 and 5)
Use of GarageBand and iMovie to enhance the learning of Literature e.g. production of Radio Plays (Sec 1)
Use of Comic Life in writing (Sec 1)
Resources
Check out these websites...
http://www.thegateway.org/
The Discovery channel education website. Contains excellent sections for
teachers, students and parents with a wide range of resources and downloadable
materials.
http://ericir.syr.edu/
The "askERIC" educational information site is very comprehensive, with
components including a virtual library, lesson plans, educational resources,
special projects, and companion materials from television series.