With the annual BETT show opening this week, many language teachers are looking for creative ways of using technology in the classroom.

MYLO – an innovative free website aimed at teenaged learners – is an ideal way of incorporating ICT into language lessons. With a range of challenges designed to appeal to KS3 pupils, MYLO adds an exciting interactive element to classes with minimum preparation time required.

Valerie McIntyre, Head of Modern Languages at the Blue School in Wells, has enjoyed using MYLO with pupils in years 7, 8, and 9. In her review on Merlin John Online, she describes how MYLO’s social networking elements – which allow pupils to compete against each other online – have been highly motivating for pupils.

“The secret is competition,” she writes. “Pupils can see how they are doing compared to their classmates, other classes and, in fact, other schools across the country. You need to see it in action to believe how well you can use this facility to promote participation!”

To read the full review, visit Merlin John Online.