Authors : Alla A. Kuragina, Maria A. Serebryakova, Olga V. Ivanova, Tatyana V. Golikova and Galina A. Trapeznikova
Abstract: The study analyses the experience of conducting the training course for EFL teachers in the use of e-Learning technologies and innovative methods of ESL teaching. It is designed to give a better understanding of different opportunities of e-Learning technologies in EFL teaching as well as to analyze the course results. The study is also aimed at providing data on the implementation of ICT in a classroom environment. Methods and techniques of conducting the course are provided. Much attention is given to different ways to use various IT and Web 2.0 tools, interactive whiteboards, on-line Skype courses and LMS Moodle learning environments in ESL classes. Attempts are made to analyze the impact of the course in increasing professional opportunities for EFL teachers, giving new perspectives in teaching using innovative techniques to improve the quality of the English language acquisition. Conclusions are drawn on the dissemination of views and research results which encourages discussion while contributing to both academic and professional development.
Alla A. Kuragina, Maria A. Serebryakova, Olga V. Ivanova, Tatyana V. Golikova and Galina A. Trapeznikova, 2016. The Organisation of e-Learning Teaching and Training of EFL Teachers in the Use of Innovative Methods. The Social Sciences, 11: 1603-1608.