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Integrating Active Learning and Analysis with Near-Infrared Spectroscopy into Virtual ESP Classes

Authors:
Rumi Tobita

Keywords: Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS); English for Specific Purposes (ESP); Active Learning (AL); project-based learning (PBL); online

Abstract:
This study introduces an effective online course design adopting active learning and analysis with Near- Infrared Spectroscopy from a brain science and educational technology perspective to meet English for Specific Purposes Curriculum goals for Japanese engineering students and develop global engineers. Before introducing active learning into English for Specific Purposes classes, an experimental study using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy was conducted to clarify preferable combinations of learners’ characteristics and the pedagogical methods. Based on its results, project-based learning was successfully integrated into face-to-face English for Specific Purposes classes as active learning. This new attempt obtained favorable outcomes, enhancing learners’ collaborative skills, and critical and creative thinking. The results show the effects of adapting active learning strategy into the online English for specific purposes classes.

Pages: 42 to 43

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2022

Publication date: June 26, 2022

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-4138

ISBN: 978-1-61208-982-9

Location: Porto, Portugal

Dates: from June 26, 2022 to June 30, 2022