Lesson 1

We will start with a few definitions related to CALL and CAI:

n  CAI- Computer-Assisted Instruction

n  CALL- Computer Assisted Language Learning

Then, the in depth details:

n  Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) refers to drill-and-practice, tutorial, or simulation activities which refer to instruction or remediation presented on a computer.  

For CALL, there are a few definitions related to it:

n  Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) may be defined as the search for and study of applications of the computer in language teaching and learning (Levy, 1997, p.1).

n  Given the breadth of what may go on in computer-assisted language learning (CALL), a definition of CALL that accommodates its changing nature is any process in which a learner uses a computer and, as a result, improves his or her language (Beatty, 2003, p. 7).

So, basically, CALL is a form of computer-based learning designed specifically to promote language learning. It emphasizes on student-centred accelerated learning material, which promotes self-paced accelerated learning.

There a few reasons why for the usage of CALL:

n  experiential learning

n  motivation

n  enhance student achievement

n  authentic materials for study

n  greater interaction

n  individualization

n  independence from a single source of information

That’s all for now! I’m on my way to get more info on CALL! Will call you later!

Thank you for reading!

I'l CALL you whatever I want! (Introduction)

I'l CALL you whatever I want is not about how I call people by, but it's about a calling for me to do something, learn, be taught about CALL and then share it. CALL,a simple word with only four letters managed to surprise me with its different meanings and it  made me fall for it. All the interest I have in me right now have fallen to CALL.

To cut the story short, CALL is the acronym for Computer-assisted language learning, sounds very academic,very sophisticated and very hi-tech and modern i would add. So, this blog is dedicated to share my thoughts and experience during my encounter with CALL, to receive comments from people out there who have the same interest with me (I have a very deep interest in CALL) and finally to be evaluated by my lecturer.

People out there,happy reading!I have to go now because I have a CALL to answer. More to come from me.