LANGUAGE IN INDIA

Strength for Today and Bright Hope for Tomorrow

Volume 14:10 October 2014
ISSN 1930-2940

Managing Editor: M. S. Thirumalai, Ph.D.
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Teaching and Learning Grammar for Teens
Using Technological Tools

E. Arokya Shylaja, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Research Scholar
Dr. K. Ravindran, M.A., M. Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D.

Abstract

Nowadays learning and teaching Grammar has become easy and interesting with the advent of online tools such as computers, mobiles, and social media such as Blog, Twitter, Facebook, Skype, etc. Online instruction promotes language learning. It is well known that language is guided by Grammar for correct usage so that proper meaning is given to the words and sentences used. Chapman states that “Grammar is a study of language by specialists, made in order to establish the rules and principles which are followed more or less unconsciously or instinctively by the native speakers.” Dr. Sweet defines Grammar as “the practical analysis of a language, i.e., its anatomy”. Grammar enables learners to use language to describe the world in terms of how, when and where things happen. Keeping this in view, technology is adapted for learning and teaching purposes, to meet the demands of man and enable him to attain the imperishable and flawless treasure of learning. This paper aims at listing and evaluating some of the technological tools used for effective teaching and learning of grammar.

Key words: teaching grammar, technology for grammar teaching, teaching grammar to teens.

Introduction

The use of technology in teaching and learning has changed the classroom environment which is one of the most important aspects that draws more attention from teens in recent years. Smart classrooms are coming into existence based technological advancements. Smart classrooms use Interactive whiteboards which is one of the online devices for effective teaching and learning. Tablet is another device which promotes interactions among teens and with teachers thus changing the classroom environment. Innovative technological tools like computers, mobiles, multimedia and social media have enhanced teen’s interest, interactivity and created a student centered environment for better learning.

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E. Arokya Shylaja, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Research Scholar
Assistant Professor
Department of English
CSI Bishop Appasamy College of Arts and Science
Coimbatore
Tamilnadu
India
ea.shylaja14@gmail.com

Dr. K. Ravindran, M.A., M. Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Postgraduate & Research Department of English
Government Arts College
Coimbatore
Tamilnadu
India
kamalravi02@gmail.com
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