Synergy of language learning and virtual learning platforms in studies
LTReikšminiai žodžiai: Kalbos mokymas; Mišrus mokymas; Mišrus mokymasis; Mokymosi vadybos sistemos; Nuotolinis mokymas; Programėlės; Socialinė medija; Socialinės medijos; Studijos; Virtualios mokymo platformos; Apps; BLENDEND LEARNING; Blended learning; DISTANCE LEARNING; LANGUAGE LEARNING; Learning Management Systems; SOCIAL MEDIA; STUDIES; Social media, e-learning; VIRTUAL LEARNING PLATFORMS.
ENThe paper presents comprehensive study of applicability of various language learning platforms to the development of foreign language that are indicated in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR). To carry out the research, a number of language learning platforms that are used as an alternative to Learning Management Systems (such as Moodle) was selected and on their basis a questionnaire was designed. The quantitative research involved faculty students and lecturers of Vilnius College of Technologies and design. The results of the research permitted us to draw a list of recommendations on which language learning platforms are best to be used in EFL classrooms to facilitate the development of foreign language competences. [From the publication]
