Digilanguages.ie, digital learning, mobility programmes, Open Educational
Resources, pre-mobility preparation
This article discusses the topic of digital learning, the period abroad
(PA) (in study or employment) and the potential exploitation of the Digilanguages.ie online portal. We will present some of the latest initiatives
in higher education that offer a digital platform for students preparing
for their mobility, undergoing their mobility or returning to their home
university. We will report on some of the trialled activities that Digilanguages.ie offers to students and teachers to carry out, again during the
three phases of the mobility programme. Data gathered during the implementation of these activities will be shown to evidence the relevance
of offering (digital) support to students who are involved in their PA. We
will discuss issues related to intercultural learning, practical preparation
and reflective practice that directly impact upon learners’ development
(socio-pragmatic, linguistic and intercultural) in their PA. Finally, some
recommendations on the use of relevant portal activities will be discussed.