e-CAL - e-Coaching et Apprentissage des Langues

e-Coaching et Apprentissage des Langues /N° de projet : 2015-1-FR01-KA204-015334
3.4.Thematic Area Resources
Describe the solution from the perspective of eCAL
Naboomboo is different to any other platform available in the Social Media Language Learning
[SMLL], market. It is based on board game rules and logic in order to promote interactivity and
sharing experiences on the website and on major social networks.
The main characteristics of Naboomboo are accessibility (cross-browser compatibility) and
flexibility, there is no need to download and install any additional software. In addition to these
characteristics there are several elements regarding the ease of use that make Naboomboo unique:
the full integration of an audio- and video chat;
the peer-to-peer functionality;
the plug-in-free use;
a three-click navigation (from registration to conversing in just a few clicks), and;
the screen-sharing platform which allows for the sharing of notes, schemes, exercises and
pictures.
The purpose of Naboomboo is to help with foreign languages, practicing and developing fluency
while having fun and without spending money. Sharing your hobbies and passions with native
trainers is an easy and simple way to develop and improve your language to a proficiency level.
This approach allows you to learn time flexible and will fit in daily life. Community members have
the opportunity to study new languages and to teach their native one.
The platform is immediately able to match demand and offer providing the best customer
experience. The business model is different to any other platform available in the market. It is
based on board games rules and logic in order to promote a high number of logins and sharing the
experience on the web site and on major social networks. Thanks to the technology adopted
(HTML5), Naboomboo does not require any additional software; an internet browser and a web
connection are the only requirements to be on line. It is possible to track SMLL users’ needs from
this simple screening: native trainer, low budget, time flexibility, many topics to discuss and simple
applications. The founding team created Naboomboo to give people all these services.
Naboomboo is accessible for users from all over the world and fosters the exchange of as many
languages as possible by having a diverse and international community. More Than 70 languages
are available.
Resources https://didattica.polito.it/zxd/cms_data/attachment/8/Naboomboo%20-%20EN.pdf
Assessment *of the solution found in the area Resources
Clarity:To what extent the outcomes are systematically worked through, coherent and clearly 5
developed?
Credibility:To what extent the methodological approaches are plausible and justified? 5
Contribution: To what extent the outcome adds to knowledge and/or practice of an issue or 5
aspect regarding eCAL?
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4.Other comments?
New Aims:
to help schools all over the world improve their supply of language courses, by giving them the
opportunity to use their e-learning platform in order to teach online courses. From the
smallest to the biggest. The demand for online courses keeps growing and is undoubtedly the
future of teaching and learning.
Launching a new landing page and improving and adding capabilities to the website. Besides,
creating dedicated smartphone apps.