Gives the language learner the ability to read or listen to text with translation only as needed. Also includes videos and songs with lyrics. It creates a wordlist and flashcards so the student can master the new vocab.
"The following digital tools show promise to support word learning, review, and play with language. I've grouped them into four categories: Reference Tools, Word Clouds, Games and Review, Word Walls and Virtual Field Trips. "
Super quick rough example of a word map which lets you associate lots of different media content. I like the possibilities of this type of tool especially if it is organic and made by multiple students.
A place where I was playing around with aggregating interesting word usage, writing prompts, poetry etc. It might be a model for larger groups or for students which is where it'd get interesting.