Does pupil use of ICT increase attainment in MFL?

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• 1. Introduction
• 2. Literature Review
  • 2.1 Research Methodology
  • 2.2 Questionnaire
  • 2.3 Focus groups
  • 2.4 Data
  • 2.5 Ethics
• 3. Findings and analysis
  • 3.1 Questionnaire
  • 3.2 Focus groups
  • 3.3 Data
• 4. Conclusion and recommendations
• 5. Bibliography
• 6. Appendix
  • I Questionnaire
  • II Questions for focus groups
  • III Consent form
  • IV Letter to colleague
  • V Invitations
  • VI Interview with W1
  • VII Interview with W2
  • VIII Interview with S1

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This dissertation aims to investigate the potential of increased ICT use in MFL lessons to boost pupils' motivation and, consequently, their attainment in the subject. The research is driven by the observation that while ICT is generally well-received by students, MFL often faces challenges in terms of student engagement. The research will be conducted using a mix of data sources, including pupil assessment data, surveys, and focus group interviews. Key themes include:

• The role of ICT in education and its potential to enhance student engagement
• The perception of MFL learning among students and the factors influencing their motivation
• The impact of incorporating ICT into MFL lessons on student motivation and attainment
• The challenges and opportunities associated with integrating ICT into MFL teaching practices
• The potential for action research to inform and improve MFL teaching strategies

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter 1: Introduction: The introduction sets the context for the research by discussing the government's focus on ICT integration in education and the re-emerging emphasis on academic subjects like MFL. It explores the concept of "cultural literacy" as a basis for the proposed English Baccalaureate (EBacc) and highlights the importance of language learning both for personal and societal development. The chapter also addresses the prevalent perception of MFL as a difficult and unimportant subject among students. This leads to the research question: can increased use of ICT in MFL lessons improve pupils' motivation and, consequently, their attainment?
• Chapter 2: Literature Review: This chapter provides a theoretical framework for the research by exploring various literature sources related to ICT in education, MFL teaching, student motivation, and action research methodologies. It delves into the use of ICT in educational settings, the challenges of motivating students in MFL, and the potential of integrating ICT into MFL lessons to improve engagement and learning outcomes.
• Chapter 3: Findings and analysis: This chapter presents the results of the research, including data analysis from surveys, focus group interviews, and pupil assessment data. It examines the relationship between ICT use in MFL lessons and student motivation, identifying key factors that influence student engagement and learning outcomes. The chapter will analyze the findings to answer the research question and explore the potential of integrating ICT into MFL teaching practices to improve student motivation and attainment.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary focus of this research is on the integration of ICT into MFL education. The study explores the potential impact of ICT use on student motivation, engagement, and attainment in MFL. Key concepts include: ICT in education, MFL teaching, student motivation, action research, cultural literacy, and the English Baccalaureate (EBacc).