Google Translate and other online machine translation tools can be a very sticky subject for language teachers. Errol O’Neill’s research indicates that even when these tools are forbidden in the classroom, up to 88% of students still use them to complete assignments. Episodes 88 and 89 is a great conversation between two teachers/researchers, and will help you make good decisions about how translators and dictionaries can be used in your classroom.
Find the free, printable PDF of version of our latest Episode Guide with hyperlinks to resources here: Episode Guide 88 & 89
Listen to the original episodes here:
Episode 88: Google Translate in the Language Classroom with Errol O’Neill, Part I
Episode 89: Google Translate in the Language Classroom with Errol O’Neill, Part II
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