Enhancing ESL Learners’ Productive Vocabulary Through Multimedia Design

Description

• Are your ESL learners able to recognize vocabulary but struggle to use it effectively in writing or speaking tasks?
• How can you transform your digital lessons to boost vocabulary production, not just retention?
• What multimedia tools and design principles can support deeper, more meaningful vocabulary learning in online environments?

This webinar explores how multimedia design can enhance vocabulary instruction for adult ESL learners. Grounded in Mayer’s Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning, it offers practical strategies to move learners from passive understanding to active language use. Participants will examine key multimedia principles in digital learning environments to improve learners’ production skills.

Key learning outcomes from this webinar are to:

• understand the difference between receptive and productive vocabulary, and why the latter matters for learner success,
• apply key principles from Mayer’s Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning in course design,
• learn to apply evidence-based strategies in lesson planning, and
• reflect on practical classroom applications for adult ESL learners.

Webinar Type: Teaching Best Practices

Categories: Instructional Design, Online Teaching/Learning, Social Justice, Technology, Vocabulary

Teaching Sectors: All sectors

Participant Level: All levels

About the Presenter

Dr. Hala M. Bastawros holds a Ph.D. in Instructional Design and Technology and an M.A. in TESOL. With over 20 years of experience in adult education, curriculum design, and online learning, she is passionate about creating engaging, research-based learning experiences. Her work focuses on bridging instructional design theory with practical classroom applications to enhance learner engagement, particularly in online environments. She has presented her research and practice at numerous conferences and publications, including TESL Ontario’s Contact magazine.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hala-m-bastawros-ph-d-m-a-b-a-ocelt-1b085032

* Members must be a member of the TESL Ontario group on Tutela.

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