Instructional Technology: Computer-Assisted Language Learning

This presentation provides a detailed overview of Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), tracing its origins from the 1960s with the PLATO project to its modern integrative forms incorporating multimedia and the internet. It explores the underlying assumptions of CALL, highlighting its interactive nature and adaptability for effective learning. The presentation also examines how CALL intersects with related concepts like Computer-Aided Instruction (CAI), Computer-Based Instruction (CBI), and Computer-Managed Instruction (CMI), providing examples of productive methods such as Language Nut and FluentU. Furthermore, it discusses CALL's integration with instructional technology and second language acquisition, raising questions about its efficacy compared to traditional methods and its role as an assistance or replacement for language teachers. The presentation references various sources to support its analysis of CALL's theory, scope, and impact on language learning and education technology.

INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNOLOGHY
COMPUTER ASSITED LANGUAGE LEARNING
(CALL)

origin of
modern
definitions of
the concept
computer
aided
language
learning
(CALL )
 1960: CALL first introduced in university of
ILLINIOS for PLATO PROEJCT, addition of
mainframe computers
 1970 to 1980 – development of communicative
CALL, advancement in mainframe computers
 1990-development of integrative CALL, addition
of multimedia and the internet

The assumptions
implicit in the
theory of
computer aided
language learning
 Computer has the ability to work like classroom
instructor if proper configuration is provided
 New language are learn better in interactive
learning
 Interaction with learning process helps in
increasing adaptability
 Increase adaptability means faster and effective
learning

How the
concept
intersects other
key concepts
 Similar concepts are :
 Computer aided instruction (CAI)
 Computer based instruction (CBI)
 Computer managed instruction (CMI)
 Computer based teaching (CBT)
 Computer aided teaching (CAT)

Examples of
methods that
use the
concept
productively
 Examples include:
 Language nut, computer based teaching software
 FluentU, a language teaching software

How the concept
intersects with
instructional
technology
 Provide instruction to the students
 Analyses learner performance
 Assess performance
 process inputs and Provides feedback
 Extended to second language acquisition

Further
questions
raised by the
discussion
 Is computer aided language learning effective
 Is it better than the traditional and formal learning
methods
 Should it be viewed as assistance to language
teachers and trainers or a complete replacement

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