Computer-Assisted Language Learning

Introduction

CALL

• Definition

• Nature: interdisciplinary

CALL = the search for and study of applications of the computer in language teaching and learning.= specialized field of study

Importance of the development of computers

In the past: Nowadays:

The nature of CALL is, to a large degree, a reflection of the level of the

development of the technology.

What does it mean for the teacher?• Rapid introduction of new technology into

education• New CALL materials replace the old ones

every day

In spite of the rate of change, we as teachers must try, don‘t give up, and we will find our own mechanisms for dealing with changing technology.

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