Speaker
Description
This interactive workshop helps educators make intentional, pedagogically sound decisions when integrating technology into their teaching practice. Instead of simply substituting traditional methods with digital tools, participants will explore how to evaluate and apply technologies that enhance and transform student learning. Grounded in the PICRAT model and current research in educational technology, the session guides participants in critically analyzing the impact of tools on engagement, creativity, and learner autonomy. Participants will use this framework to co-design a context-specific lesson plan suitable for online, blended, or face-to-face instruction that aligns with clear learning goals. By the end of the session, attendees will have a practical, classroom-ready example of technology integration that supports meaningful, amplified, or transformative use.
Biography
Ryan Elliott is a TESOL professional with over eight years of experience teaching across Asia in diverse, multi-level classrooms. He excels at creating tailored curricula that address the unique needs of non-native English speakers while fostering language development through critical thinking and peer collaboration. His work blends hands-on classroom strategies with a research-driven focus on aligning education policy with practical outcomes.
Currently a Global Competencies Lecturer at Greenwich University in Da Nang, Vietnam, Ryan leads the design and delivery of a multi-level Intensive English Course and collaborates on program development to prepare students for global challenges. His prior roles include serving as an English Language Fellow with the U.S. Department of State and teaching in China, Turkey and Mongolia. A dedicated educator and lifelong learner, Ryan is passionate about building innovative learning experiences that empower students and educators alike.
