This book has been written and designed primarily with English language teachers in mind though the majority of the resources and tools contained in the book will have much wider use than just language teaching.
The book contains more than 70 tools and resources and these have been hand picked because they represent a broad cross-section of what is at present available.
So, if restricting access to these devices isn't the answer, how do we address their presence in the classroom and use these devices to engage rather than disengage students' attention? Here are a few suggestions…
ELC Study Zone is a project kept by the University of Victoria's English Language Centre with the support of the Continuing Studies Department. Divided in five levels (Upper Beginner, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced) you will find lessons and interactive activities that display a feedback message. There are themed reading exercises and a grammar index. Every level has a topic with some lessons and exercises related to it. According to the website it was designed for adult learners but all are welcome to read the lessons and use the exercises. Choose anyone and start to master your grammar, reading and vocabulary skills!
Digital Resources
These digital resources and tools for creating, collaborating, researching, and sharing can be found in the Common Core Curriculum Maps. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list, as the technologies are constantly evolving. Consider it a beginning!