• 2019-11-10
• Adeyemi B.B
• Volume 1, Issue 1

Abstract

The rapid development in science and technology has created avenues for language teachers to explore means of disseminating knowledge with technological-based devices. ICT is regarded as significant in transforming the nation and inculcating in learners long lasting skills. Technology can be utilized in teaching all kinds of learning activities in English. These tasks could include: oral presentation, comprehension, semantics, vocabulary, essay and letter writing. With technology, learners are exposed to face-to-face interactions with native speakers through all these technological tools and this gives them the chances of practising the English language. Teachers of language have access to use various electronic devices to support teaching and this assists in determining students' achievement in English. Most of the time, language teachers are left to work on their own devices because of non- provision or inadequate supply of these online tools. Language is best understood when opportunities are provided for students to use the given language in different situations. This study identified the various technological tools for the teaching and learning of English and concluded that effective teaching and learning of English required integrating information technology to enhance learners' level of proficiency and independency. The recommendation posited is that the government and the university management should provide technological know-how and sophisticated equipment in teaching English language. This is because what makes learners master key concepts in English is predominantly the level of training and facilities for teaching and learning.

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