英文摘要 |
This paper demonstrates effective strategies and techniques for using DVD films toupgrade students’ motivation as well as reading and writing skills in the FreshmanEnglish class. The six film-related techniques and activities for pedagogicalpurpose to be demonstrated and discussed are: 1.) getting students involved inselecting films; 2.) using the whole film with dual subtitles; 3.) using DVDtechnology; 4.) pre-viewing activities; 5.) viewing activities; and 6.) post-viewingactivities. This paper is expected, first, to assist teachers seeking effective andmotivational supplementary materials for reinforcing the textbook contents and,second, to increase university students’ interest in learning English andconsequently, promote their English proficiency. |