Language Labs are no longer simply about listening and repeating, recording and playing; only concentrating on the Oral and Aural skills. The latest generation of labs can all support learning in other ways from differentiation and independent learning to behaviour managment and campus wide cost savings.

Game based learning (GBL) harnesses the use of interactive media from PlayStation and mobile phones to PC, Macs, online and apps. The rich interactive media GBL delivers includes video, flash, games, music and web 2.0. GBL maximises the use of ‘mission’ and ‘quest’ based learning. Game based learning works in education. Find out why – visit our ten reasons here.

Most language labs can send, collect and manage audio and video files from teacher to student, however there are some extra and very important features that any discerning teacher / procurer should look for which will increase student attainment and engagement, these are particularly around clear audio, increased functionality, product future proofing and accessibility from anywhere on a local or wide area network. Here is a list of 15 key functions that highlight these attributes.

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Thinking of upgrading your dated language learning resources? Have a demonstration suite of laptops with Sony Virtuoso language software at your school, college or university for a day. Teachers and Senior Managers can evaluate how to use the latest ‘next generation’ Sony technology to improve language learning. Classroom teachers can get a hands-on training session on how our Sony Virtuoso language lab works with rich multimedia content to engage students and enhance language learning. The day long session will showcase the rich features of Sony Virtuoso including reliability, audio quality and accessibility.

For more information and to discuss arranging a date please contact info@connectededucation.com tel: +44(0) 844 800 9375.