The document discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using information and communication technologies (ICT) in English language teaching. Some key advantages are that teachers and students can access up-to-date information and materials cheaply and rapidly online or through software. However, implementing ICT also has disadvantages like requiring mandatory computer use, more time for lesson planning, and unreliable internet sources. Additionally, while ICT expands jobs in related fields, not all teachers have the ability to learn and apply new technologies due to lack of training or financial resources.

1. Advantages and Disadvantages of Information and Communication Technologies in English Language Teaching By Sofía Gómez

3. The impact of the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) on the way English is taught has brought not only advantages to it, but also, some disadvantages concerning to:

4. 1. Availability of technologies to be used 2. Reliability of materials 3. Employment

5. 1. Availability of technologies to be used

10. 2. Reliability of materials

14. 3. Employment

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