The Pedagogical Purposes of the Use of Virtual Learning Environments and Web 2.0 Tools in Tertiary Language Teaching in a Blended Learning Environment

Abstract

I would like to thank everybody who supported me in the completion of my research.First and foremost, my warmest thanks go to my supervisor, Kata Csizér, who always gave me constructive feedback and insightful comments. I am also grateful to my colleagues for their help, particularly Eszter Benke, for her reassuring support and professional assistance. I would also like to thank the students and teachers who participated in the different phases of the research. Special thanks go to Tibor Prievara for providing inspiration for me. Finally, I wish to thank my patient and loving family, who encouraged me and put up with me while I was consumed with writing. Jill,