Computer assisted-language-learning-overview

1. Computer assisted
language learning:
an overview
Terms associated with
CALL
>Computer-Aided Language Learning (CALL)
>Computer-Assisted Language Instruction
(CALI)
>Computer-Enhanced Language Learning (CELL)
>CALL and CALI refer to computer applications
in language learning and teaching
>CELL implies using CALL in a self-access
environment
CALL defined as the search for and study
of applications of the computer in language
teaching and learning.
The reasons why ELT
teachers use CALL
- Computers can do some of the work of the
teacher and provide great assistance to the
learner even without the presence of the
teacher
- New technologies have seen computers
become smaller, faster, and easier
- The computer can provide a meaning-
focused, communicative learning
environment, which serves the purposes of
communicative language teaching.
History of CALL development
- Behavioristic CALL
- Communicative CALL
- Integrative CALL (Multimedia
CDROM)
- Integrative CALL (internet)
USES OF CALL IN ENGLISH
LANGUAGE TEACHING
Drill and practice> A tool for saving time with the immediate feedback.
Computer as tutor> The computer serves as a means for delivering
instructional materials.
Computer used for simulation / problem solving> use to foster analysis,
critical thinking, discussion and writing activities.
Games on computer> focus on providing fun, but challenging environment to
the learner.