Web 2.0 Tools for Teaching Japanese

Using Voki in a Japanese Class

Voki would be a great resource to aid in teaching Japanese. The audio recordings could be used to better assess pronunciation, as the students with presentation anxieties will be able to create these files in a non stressed environment instead of trying to remember while presenting. It can be used as a secondary resource for students to use for enhancing powerpoints as well. It would also be a great tool for helping reduce the barrier for students with lower reading levels or who learn better by listening. For example, the audio can be set to read out passages or lessons and linked in a class website as an audio for review purposes.

To view an English example click the link: http://www.voki.com/pickup.php?scid=12461142&height=267&width=200

To view a Japanese example (simple self introduction) click the following link: http://www.voki.com/pickup.php?scid=12461210&height=267&width=200