Using Technology in Blended Instruction for Language Teaching: Some Pedagogical Thoughts

In education, the proper use of technology offers opportunities for learning enhancement across individual differences, and time and space. In the field of foreign/second language education, policy makers, curriculum planners, teachers, and researchers have explored technology integration into classroom-based, blended, and distance programs. In this paper, we discuss the use of technology in blended education as a valuable pedagogical alternative to create learning opportunities in the foreign/second language class. To this end, we revisit the concept of blended education within the field of language learning. Then, we discuss some pedagogical benefits of the integration of technology in this modality. Afterwards, we acknowledge educational conditions which are required for teachers and students to achieve their language learning goals through the integration of technology in blended instruction. Finally, we reflect upon the use of technology during blended instruction as a valuable choice to enhance language education in a post-pandemic era.