Pontoj Project Experience Report: Using Technology to Build Bridges for Fluency in English

Abstract

This paper presents an account of the experiences experienced in an innovation project, entitled Pontoj: Building Bridges for Fluency in English. The purpose of this project was to provide learning opportunities for students to develop their language skills as well as their social and emotional competences, respecting their needs, interests and level of language proficiency. Learning opportunities were mediated through the use of digital technologies and emphasized active teaching methodologies. The project was developed over four months in one private school in Recife. Greater empowerment of teachers was seen in the use of technology in their classrooms. In addition, it was observed that the students, in general, were able to practice their knowledge in an interactive and engaging way. Reflections on the learned lessons point to future paths to the project.