ESPACES - PROGRAM SAMPLER

ISA-E1-15 The Vista Higher Learning Supersite is the only online learning environment created specifically for world language acquisition, developed based on input from thousands of language students and instructors. The Supersite makes language learning comfortable and accessible, helping students succeed. Because learning never stops, the Supersite is now mobile-friendly, allowing students to do their classwork and homework anywhere from mobile devices. It’s simple: 1. Access the Internet on any mobile device. 2. Go to vhlcentral and find your course. 3. Complete classwork and homework including chats and audio-recording activities. Learning Is Just a Click Away Discover the Supersite for ESPACES Plenty of Practice Learning a new language takes practice. With the Supersite, students have plenty of program-specific, theme-based practice activities right at their fingertips. Safe Environment Language learning can be intimidating for many students. With a clear interface, innovative tools, and seamless textbook-technology integration, the Supersite will help students reach their goals in a safe digital space. Engaging Media With episodic storyline videos, authentic cultural videos, synchronous video chat activities, and audio-synch readings narrated by native speakers, the Supersite has everything students need to practice and learn the language and culture they are studying. Grammar and Vocabulary Tools Interactive Grammar Tutorials pair grammar instruction with fun explanations and examples, while the Vocabulary Tools and Tutorials features help students learn vocabulary with audio and interactive flashcards for useful review and practice. Communication Tools An essential aspect of learning a language is the ability to communicate with others in the target language. The Supersite provides powerful tools to help students practice speaking the language: ● Video Virtual Chat activities give students the opportunity to develop listening and speaking skills while building confidence as they interact with virtual native speakers. ● Partner Chat activities allow students to carry out a video conversation with one of their classmates according to the assignment. ● Forums are online discussion boards that allow students to post text or audio information and respond to their classmates’ posts. xii S U P E R S I T E S U P E R S I T E