Which approach best leverages technology in a language arts classroom?

• A. A computer-based language lab with listening, word-study, and comprehension activities
• B. Printing worksheets on paper only
• C. Watching videos without activities
• D. Relying on handwriting practice exclusively

Answer: (A)

Using technology to support language arts means providing interactive, multimedia practice that engages listening, word knowledge, and reading comprehension in one connected approach. A computer-based language lab does exactly this by offering listening exercises, word-study activities, and comprehension tasks in a structured digital environment. Students can hear pronunciation, see text, practice vocabulary, and work on understanding with immediate feedback and self-paced practice. Technology also allows tracking progress and adjusting difficulty to fit individual learners, making practice more efficient and personalized than traditional methods alone.

Printing worksheets on paper limits interaction and feedback, turning practice into a static activity. Watching videos without accompanying activities tends to be passive and doesn’t require students to apply skills or receive guided practice. Relying on handwriting practice exclusively emphasizes form over broader language use and doesn’t take advantage of digital tools for listening, speaking, or reading comprehension.