ETandem

Tandem Language Learning

Definition

History and Evolution

• The Origin of Tandem Language Learning
• From face-to-face Tandem to eTandem
• eTandem as a form/modal of Telecollaboration

European projects concerning tandem language learning

EU SOCRATES I(1995-1999)[1]

• International E-Mail Tandem Network (LINGUA,ERASMUS)1995-1996 [2] later on International Tandem Network [3]The tandem server provides information about the EU supported projects.[4]
• Telematics for Autonomous and Intercultural Tandem Learning ODL (Open and Distance Learning)(1996-1999)[5]
• Language Learning Partnerships for Engineers (ILC) (1996-1999)[6]
• Tandem Language Learning Partnerships for Schools LINGUA-D (1998-1999)[7]

EU SOCRATES II(2000-2006)[8]

• eTandem Europa,European Year of Languages 2001 [9]

EU lifelong learning (2007-2013)[10]the website is under construction