This document defines computer-assisted language learning (CALL) and outlines its main characteristics and advantages/disadvantages. CALL uses computers and software programs to teach language in a self-access or classroom setting. It allows for immediate feedback and makes classes more effective, though it can be expensive to implement. Examples of CALL software mentioned are FluentU and Babbel, which use authentic videos and audio recordings to teach language through interactive exercises, games, and communication activities.

1. CALL
Computer assisted language learning
Members: - Matias Miranda
- Ignacio Villalobos
- Felipe Díaz
- Constanza Godoy
- Carolina Quintero
- Maricel Castillo

2. Definition
- Computer-assisted language learning (CALL) was the expression agreed upon at the 1983 TESOL convention in a meeting
of all interested participants. This term is widely used to refer to the area of technology and second language teaching and
learning despite the fact that revisions for the term are suggested regularly (Chapelle, 2001, p. 3).
- Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) be defined as the search for and study of applications of the computer in
language teaching and learning (Levy, 1997, p.1).may
- CALL has come to encompass issues of materials design, technologies, pedagogical theories and modes of instruction.
Materials for CALL can include those which are purpose-made for language learning and those which adapt existing
computer-based materials, video and other materials (Beatty, 2003, pp. 7-8).

3. Main characteristics
❏ Use a computer desktop
❏ Use of 1 software programme
❏ An explicit teaching and conscious learning
capacity
❏ Realised in self-access centres or controlled
classroom context
❏ Computer as a tutor

4. Advantages Of C.A.L.L
The advantages in CALL are:
❏ The CALL can teach you English.
❏ If you do something in some Software, you’ll receive a
feedback immediately.
❏ You can learn still more about the subjects of the
school with C.A.L.L.
❏ If you are teacher, your classes will be easier and more
effective for the students than without C.A.L.L.
❏ You will have many browsers and usefuls softwares like
Gmail to communicate.

5. Disadvantages Of C.A.L.L
❏ For some people, C.A.L.L it’s too expensive and almost impossible to get.
❏ Some schools could not found a useful implementations of C.A.L.L
❏ A good C.A.L.L needs a lot of economical resources for the development of
the same.
❏ Some Teachers are not able to use this tools and teach with the complete
quality

6. Example
FluentU: https://www.fluentu.com/blog/educator/what-is-
computer-assisted-language-learning/
FluentU is a new way to learn a language through authentic video content like music
videos, movie trailers, news, and inspiring talks. With engaging and immersive
content, we empower users to learn with fun videos exhibiting the diversity and
vibrancy of modern cultures
Babbel : https://es.babbel.com
Babbel is the only product to offer courses tailored to your native language, building
on grammar and vocabulary you already know. Audio examples and dialogues are
recorded with real native speakers, not automated computers, empowering you to
speak correctly and confidently.

7. Possible activities
- multiple-choice & true/false quizzes
- gap-filling exercise/cloze
- matching
- re-ordering/sequencing
- crossword puzzles
- games
- simulations
- writing & word-processing
- concordancing
- webquests/searching
- web publishing
- online communication (synchronous and asynchronous)

8. Sources
http://web.warwick.ac.uk/CELTE/tr/ovCALL/booklet1.htm
http://www2.nkfust.edu.tw/~emchen/CALL/unit1.htm
https://englishagenda.britishcouncil.org/continuing-professional-
development/teacher-educator-framework/understanding-teaching-
context/beyond-computer-assisted-language-learning