learning log 8(30/08/59)
This day, I learnt about
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
is defined as “the search for and study of applications of the computer in
language teaching and learning.” (Levy,1997: 1) /aim to find ways for using computers for the
purpose
of teaching and learning the language
USES
OF CALL IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING
• Drill and practice consists of three steps:
– Providing stimulus;
– Receiving active response from the learner; and
– Giving immediate feedback
• There are several types of drill and practice
activities (exercises)
– Paired Associate (Matching);
– Sentence Completion;
– Multiple Choice;
– Part Identification;
– True-False; and
– Short-Answer questions
Computer
as a tool for teachers and learners
• Word Processors: creating documents, handouts,
exercises
• Spelling checkers
• Grammar checkers
• Concordancers
• Collaborative writing
• Reference software: encyclopedias, dictionaries,
thesauruses, maps
• Authoring: Authorware (Macromedia), Adobe
Captivate
And about The Use of the Multimedia in the Teaching and
Learning of English Language By Dr. Meenu Pandey
Multimedia is the combination of
different content forms; text, audio, still
images, animation, video, or interactivity content forms
Why would any teacher want to
use multimedia materials in the classroom?
•- “hip, cool, and hi-tech” teachers
-quickly
incorporate the new tools,
-correctly
perceive that slick
multimedia
value
for learners
Conclusion
•multimedia offers teachers enormous
opportunities for making learning and teaching environments meaningful and
effective.
•one of the ultimate goals of multimedia
language teaching is to promote students’ motivation and learning interest.
•in the future, the use of internet and
multimedia English teaching will be further developed.
•the process of English learning will be
more student-centered but less time-consuming.
• A teacher cannot be substituted by
technology.
• He/she must not compromise his
positive role while using technological aids in the classroom.
