Are you searching for the best way to provide English instruction to employees? If so, then you’re probably considering two options: self-study online courses or teacher-led live classes. But did you consider a mixture of both?
Educational Technology, Learning & Development, Training Methodology
Five English Lesson Ideas Based on Authentic, Real-World Content
10
May
May
We know that using authentic content is important in English language instruction, and there are dozens of ways to do it, from having students write Yelp reviews to watching YouTube videos. However, the bigger question is how to use authentic content in a way that is needs-based, personalized, and relevant.
Educational Technology, Learning & Development
Implementing Technology Programs in Workforce Language Training [Webinar]
13
Apr
Apr
Workforce development is the ideal place to implement a task-based language training program as learners have clear, real-world goals and because language instruction can be incorporated into training for other skills. In this post, an in-depth webinar on developing a strategy, designing effective language instruction, and measuring learner and course outcomes.
Educational Technology, Learning & Development, Training Methodology
Personalized Learning and “Big Data”
05
Apr
Apr
Let’s talk about offering personalized instruction in a classroom environment. At first glance, the two topics seem at odds. How on earth do you teach a class of people while they all do different, personalized tasks?
Educational Technology, Learning & Development
Research review: Online versus face-to-face learning outcomes
05
Dec
Dec
In a comprehensive investigation of online and traditional face-to-face learning outcomes, the U.S. Department of Education released one of the first major reports to take a close look at the effectiveness of each approach. The analysis revealed that, on average, students in online learning conditions performed better than those receiving face-to-face instruction. While this is certainly good news for online learning, the results are not as clear-cut as they may seem. To help break it down, we’re sharing summaries of three key findings from the study.
Educational Technology, HR Trends & Insights, Industries, Learning & Development, Learning Content, Training Methodology
In $7.6 trillion industry, English training is key
22
Sep
Sep
The tourism and hospitality industry contributes $7.6 trillion to the global economy every year and employs nearly 10% of the world’s working population. But within this vast industry, there are critical skill gaps preventing companies and employees from providing the highest level of service. “Today we have a shortage of qualified employees,”explained Ghassan Aidi, President […]
Case Studies, Educational Technology, HR Trends & Insights, Learning & Development, Training Methodology
The Future of English Language Learning is Mobile
11
May
May
It’s been estimated that more than 2.3 billion people will be smartphone users in 2017—an almost 150% increase in just three years and climbing. And for the first time in history, more people are accessing the internet using a mobile device than a desktop computer. These numbers are staggering and the shift to mobile is […]
Educational Technology, Learning & Development, Training Methodology
How Voxy Works: 4 Ways We Track Results
27
Mar
Mar
How do we know that Voxy works? We track language learning outcomes more comprehensively than any of our competitors, using a set of metrics that nobody else does. Check out four key metrics that show Voxy results in higher engagement, proven learning outcomes, and happy customers.
22
Oct
Oct
We are excited to announce a new partnership with the Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología (ULACIT), one of the most prestigious private universities in Latin America. Based in San Jose, Costa Rica, ULACIT maintains an English school for university students as well as independent English learners. ULACIT is using Voxy to digitize its entire English […]
Educational Technology, HR Trends & Insights, Learning & Development, Learning Content, Training Methodology
The Power of Contextual Language Learning [RESOURCES]
14
Jul
Jul
The concept of contextual learning is hardly a new one. American philosopher and educational reformer John Dewey imagined it in the first half of the 20th century when he advocated project-based learning and experiential education. Kurt Lewin and David Kolb established similar theories on experiential learning, or the process of making meaning from a direct […]