THE PRODUCTION OF AUDIOVISUAL MATERIAL AS A MOTIVATING ELEMENT FOR THE PRACTICE OF SPEAKING IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES: PROTAGONISM, MOTIVATION AND POSITIVE FEEDBACK

Abstract

This work aims at discussing how the production of videos in English language can be a motivational element for the practice of speaking in public high schools. It will also be discussed to what extent lowering the affective filter, through the production of videos by pairs in a safe environment, can allow for better flow in oral activities. We will see how the students, born in the digital era, can assist their teachers by bringing knowledge of digital media to the classroom and producing videos, which in turn favour autonomy and protagonist during class. In addition, the importance of positive feedback and self-diagnosis, as well as motivating them to keep moving forward will be discussed. At last, results from an experience carried out with ninth grade students (EF2) and third grade students (EM) will be reported.