Computer Assisted Language Learning. Introduction

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1 CALL Computer Assisted Language Learning Introduction 1

2 The Term The term CALL is the acronym of Computer-Assisted Language Learning. There are many other terms used. CALL is the most common term. 2

3 Definition CALL is the most common and long-lasting term. Any process in which a learner uses a computer and, as a result, improves his or her language. Refers to any endeavor involving the computers and associated technologies of all types. Examples??? 3

4 Other related terms CAI Computer-Aided Instruction (not necessarily language) CAL Computer-Assisted Learning, as with CAI, CAL may refer to using a computer to learn any subject. (focus on Learner) CALT Computer-Assisted Language Teaching, CALL but with emphasis on the teacher. CELL - Computer-Enhanced Language Learning. TELL - Technology-Enhanced Language Learning: IT and ICT - Information Technology/Information and Communication Technologies. NBLT - Network-Based Language Teaching (both LAN & WAN) MALL - Mobile Assisted Language Learning: 4

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6 Checkpoint What does the term CALL stand for? Name other terms used for the concept. Shortly define CALL. 6

7 History The first computers used for language learning were large 1950s. Difficult to access. Very expensive Important for military reason. Used first in USA to study Russian because of cold war. In 1975 microcomputers were sold with 16 kb capacity. (Apps start to appear. People can access them. In 1980 CDs appeared. CDs enabled video-based exercises to replace text based ones. 7

8 History The term CALL appeared in 1983 for the first time? In 1990s thousands of programs had been published. Expand to literature was possible. Storage improved and speed processors become attainable. 8

9 Present The giant leap in technology was in 2000s.. Computer facilities become very common. Normalization of technology. Mobile phones nearly replaced laptops. Tablets provide powerful alternatives. No need for CDs or DVDs because of flash storage and Micro memory chips and availability of internet. Fast net browsing and downloading, availability to download video and audio in minutes. 9

10 Present Giant website and search engines (Wikipedia, Youtube, Google, Ask.com) , synchronization, instant messaging. Social media. Digital photography, E publishing, video editing, uploading, knowledge share. Office. Big screens. With many types. SMART BOARDS SMART TVs CONNECTED TO WEB. Video conferencing. Games (local or online) 10

11 Latest Learning Management Systems Blackboard 11

12 Checkpoint When were computers used for education for the first time? What was the effects of CDs on CALL? Names four of the modern devices and technologies that enriched CALL. 12

13 Computer or another device can be A tutor Automated learning program. A tool An aid used by a teacher. A Communicator 13

14 Roles of Computers in Language learning Computer as a tutor for language drills or practices (reading, speaking, etc.) Computer as a tool for language learning (writing, presenting, and researching, etc.) Computer as a medium for communication (synchronous & asynchronous) 14

15 C A L L i s i n v o l v e d i n Material design. Multimedia. Methodologies. Assessment. Research. Instructor-student Communication. Self-learning and monitoring. 15

16 How Computers Can be Used? Teaching with one computer Content delivery/presentation, smart board Teaching in a computer networked room Group activities, CMC, team learning, etc. Self-access learning Exercises, drills, word processing, etc. Distance learning Course content delivery, CMC activities, discussion, community building 16

17 What Computer Can/Can t Do? Grade quizzes? Provide feedback? Provide authentic information through multimedia? Engage learner in knowledge construction? Anything else? 17

18 C A L L h a s L i m i t a t i o n s Artificial Intelligence is limited (gap filling experiments) Overlooking & overgeneralization. Need for man interference is still there. Despite the rapid advance in computer, use of C A L L remains with little change. 18

19 Challenges Rapid development in technologies (ICT) Technological Generation Gap. Instructors or teachers/material designers should keep pace with the advance. Security measures. 19

20 Checkpoint What are the roles of computers in learning? Name four tasks that computer can do in learning context? Name two tasks that computer cannot do in learning context? There are some challenges face CALL, discuss. 20

21 Terminologies 21 Interactive Multimedia Synchronous Asynchronous Application Software Hardware Content presentation Animation Motion picture Machine Translation