PROCESSOR IN THE CLASSROOM

• Why use word processor?

These days most teachers and learners are familiar with the basic functions of a word processing program. Both teachers and learners know how to create, save and store documents. Teachers can use a word processing program to prepare, create, and share materials. Learners can use a word processing program to practice writing skills, and grammar.

• Word processors for teachers: creating materials

Teachers can work with word processor for material creation. When teachers want to incorporate images into worksheet, they can use click "Insert" menu and select "Picture". The teachers can also create forms, use track changes and use marking.

• Word processing activities for learners

Learners can use word processor for creative writing. They can use thesaurus tools to check the synonyms of the words. A word processor can also be tools for introducing or practicing language, dictation, noticing activities, collaborative writing activity, and presenting work.

Typing skills play a large part in word processors. The teachers do not put too much pressure on learners to perform too quickly and should not expect great success if learners are not used to doing activities from computer.