Zamirgül KAZAKBAYEVA

Article | 2017 | Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology ( Special Issue )

The purpose of this article is to show the importance of the application and use innovative technologies in educational process. This article considers the problems of teaching 2D- and 3D-computer graphics technologies in the higher educational institutions. Support of independent works of students for project creation. The paper also presents personal original video tutorials developed in the Kyrgyz-Turkish University Manas and shares the experience of video lessons creation. However, one of the main problems at secondary schools and higher educational institutions is the lack of video lessons in the Kyrgyz language. Therefore, we . . .use our original video tutorials and other Internet applications in classroom. During the lesson we use Net Support School Professional, which helps to plan effective lessons and promote active learning More less

Hidayet TUNCAY

Article | 2014 | Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology13 ( 1 )

This paper presents the results of a case study based on an integrated skills approach using feature movies (DVDs) in EFL syllabi at the tertiary level. 100 students took part in the study and the data was collected through a three - section survey questionnaire: demographic items, 18 likert scale questions and an open-ended question. The data and results of the survey revealed that the integration of feature movies in the syllabus helped students in several ways: (1) improve language competence by watching, listening and speaking, (2) understand authentic language and culture, (3) increase fluency and integrated writing skill, (4) . . .practice English for various functions and purposes, (5) learn vocabulary and authentic expressions, (6) distinguish between artificial and natural use of language, and (7) use the language in social exchanges and different interactional settings. Finally, as for the pedagogical implications and drawbacks in the integration process of feature movies, some relevant suggestions and recommendations are given. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology More less