PREFACE ........................................................................................ iii TABLE OF CONTENT ................................................................. v UNIT 1 COMPUTER USERS ..................................................... 1 UNIT 2 COMPUTER TODAY .................................................... 9 UNIT 3 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS ................................... 17 UNIT 4 STORAGE DEVICES .................................................... 25 UNIT 5 PERIPHERALS ............................................................... 33 UNIT 6 BASIC SOFTWARE ....................................................... 41 UNIT 7 GRAPHIC DESIGN ...................................................... 49 UNIT 8 THE WORLD WIDE WEB AND WEBSITE ..... 57 UNIT 9 THE INTERNET ............................................................. 65 UNIT 10 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................. 75 UNIT 11 COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM .............................. 83 UNIT 12 COMPUTER SECURITY ............................................ 91 UNIT 13 PEOPLE IN ICT ............................................................ 101 UNIT 14 TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT ........................... 111 REFERENCES ................................................................................ 119

The present book has been written for teachers and students of English as a second language (L2, henceforth) and considers the three educational levels, namely, school, college and university. They will find it as a useful resource since it provides readers with insights, suggestions and approaches to implement the so-called Information and Communication Technology (ICT, henceforth) tools to develop the four language skills, namely, reading, writing, listening and speaking, along with a grammar knowledge. More specifically, this book will contribute to help L2 English teachers in designing creative and motivating lesson plans in which L2 English students will learn English through the use of ICT tools while developing several competences such as the digital competence, the learning to learn (that is to say, they learn by doing), autonomy and an active role given they are responsible for their own learning. In this student-centred approach, the teacher is a guide and a facilitator of resources. The resources described in this book will foster L2 English teachers and L2 English learning to consider that lesson plans are more effective when the teacher has determined the learning and teaching objectives for both ICT and English. A detailed explanation regarding how each ICT tool functions is provided in the corresponding chapters so that L2 English teachers are able to build standing selection criteria when applying each ICT tool in the classroom.

Providing practical guidance on enhancing learning through ICT in English, this book is made up of a series of projects that supplement, augment and extend the QCA ICT scheme and provide much-needed links with Units in other subjects' schemes of work. It includes: fact cards that support each project and clearly outline its benefits in relation to teaching and learning examples of how activities work in 'real' classrooms links to research, inspection evidence and background reading to support each project adaptable planning examples and practical ideas provided on an accompanying CD ROM. This book is highly recommended for all trainee and practising primary teachers.

The Pearson Vocational English series meets the English language needs of learners in a range of specialisations. English for Information Technology combines a strong grammar syllabus with the specialist vocabulary students need to succeed in this area. It contains topics that reflect the latest developments in the field making it immediately relevant to students’ needs. Each title contains a CD-ROM with interactive glossaries in both British and American English and the complete course book audio in MP3 format. Level 1: CEF level A1 to A2

Provides comprehensive coverage of successful translation of language learning designs utilizing ICT in practical learning contexts. Offers the latest knowledge related to research on computer-enhanced language acquisition and learning.

Dramatic shifts in our communication landscape have made it crucial for language teaching to go beyond print literacy and encompass the digital literacies which are increasingly central to learners' personal, social, educational and professional lives. By situating these digital literacies within a clear theoretical framework, this book provides educators and students alike with not just the background for a deeper understanding of these key 21st-century skills, but also the rationale for integrating these skills into classroom practice. This is the first methodology book to address not just why but also how to teach digital literacies in the English language classroom. This book provides: A theoretical framework through which to categorise and prioritise digital literacies Practical classroom activities to help learners and teachers develop digital literacies in tandem with key language skills A thorough analysis of the pedagogical implications of developing digital literacies in teaching practice A consideration of exactly how to integrate digital literacies into the English language syllabus Suggestions for teachers on how to continue their own professional development through PLNs (Personal Learning Networks), and how to access teacher development opportunities online This book is ideal for English language teachers and learners of all age groups and levels, academics and students researching digital literacies, and anyone looking to expand their understanding of digital literacies within a teaching framework.