Avenue Learner Standards for Technology-Enhanced Language Learning 1 AVENUE LEARNER STANDARDS FOR TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED LANGUAGE LEARNING The Avenue Learner Standards for Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) are designed to give instructors and administrators a framework for providing lessons and course offerings that build learner competence with technology, primarily for language learning and use. These standards are meant to work in concert with Avenue Instructor Standards and Avenue Program Standards. This document begins with a guiding philosophy for the standards, followed by four standards that address how learners use devices and tools critically and independently, how they evaluate technology safely and ethically, how they evaluate technology tools to support their learning outcome, and how they use technology to improve their communication and settlement success in Canada. Each standard has several performance indicators (PI) and sub-indicators. Can-do statements are added under each PI as a tool for administrators and instructors, and a self-assessment tool for learners. The language of the Can-dos could be adapted as needed to learner context and level. Can-do statements are also included in the Appendix as a whole. Descriptive text is added where needed for clarification. Reflections are included for administrators and instructors, along with some sample tasks for learners. GUIDING PHILOSOPHY Language learning is enriched by appropriate use of technology. Knowing how to use digital tools enables learners to be more autonomous toward achieving their language goals. Administrators and instructors take leading roles to ensure that learners are able to use available technologies effectively at home, work, and school and to meet personal and settlement language goals. Help learners to: • Be curious, aware, engaged, and autonomous • Set goals and work toward them • Strive for lifelong learning STANDARDS AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Standard 1 is about basic knowledge and skills in using technology. Learners can use devices and tools critically and independently, at school and elsewhere. PI 1.1. Learners use devices effectively and independently at home, work, and school. The key for learners to use devices such as computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones effectively is to have a good understanding of their basic functionality. To start with, learners need to recognize and use basic computer terms and technical words (e.g., operating system), commercial names (e.g., Google Drive), and abbreviations (e.g., wifi) so that they can communicate effectively about their devices when needed. Learners should become familiar with basic settings and functions (e.g., audio and video controls) and how to use the applications on their devices. Learners should recognize the importance of naming and storing files and folders properly so they can be retrieved quickly and logically.
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