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In simple word,   any meaningful lesson can help maximizing the acquisition of knowledge and skill which however are needs of learner, define the learning objectives and can create some intervention in order to achieve objectives. First thing first, to apply CALL it is best to get to know behavourist and constructivist learning theories beforehand. Learners ’ needs ·        Learners ’ current skill/knowledge ·        Needs analysis has to be conducted with the syllabus, conducting survey, free writing and public reports. ·        Adjust lesson according to students ’ needs Learning outcomes ·        Input students get/learn/achieve at the end of lesson ·        Ensure the learning outcomes is measurable to monitor students ’ achievements Instructonal design · ...

Hiya, I'm back! This time I am going to talk about Computer Mediated Communication (CMC) usage on ESL. Basically, CMC is a platform for people to interact or communicate over the net by using a computer. The common medium used is via social media. facebook, twitter, emails. I found out that by incorporating CMC into CALL became widespread with the use of both emails and forums.  Internet Chatrooms  (ICR) can be  direct  and  simultaneous communication (synchronous).  These two offers long-distance teaching or learning. e-tutoring : ·        Forums ·        Video conferencing ·        Facebook/Instagram 1)      Collaborative Learning I can conclude education approach involves groups of learners working together on solving problems, completing tasks or creating products. Computer is used in lesson as it can help to ...

Hello there! So this entry I would like to touch about evolution of CALL, the search engine and online database. Firstly, it can be divided into three which is behaviouristic, communicative and integrated CALL. The  criticism  that integrated CALL receives are the quality of the authentic material varies between creators since different people have different styles and ideas. Therefore the content of the lesson or software used might vary from one educator to another. Other than that, the software that is used for integrated CALL is not tailor-made for ESL which causes the instructor to improvise their style or the content of the lesson. And lastly, the interactions over CMC may be authentic but prone to human mistakes. This is due to the fact that students have unlimited access to the software or programs especially social media and have the tendency to misuse them.              In conclusion, even though be...

CALL is a term used to refer to the area of technology and second language teaching and learning. It refers to method of application of the computer to assist in language teaching and language learning. Furtermore, it heavily involves material designs, technologies, pedagogical theories and modes of instruction. CALL covers any process in which learners have to use computers in order to learn a language; this process helps learners to improve their language capabilities and proficiency.  1. CALL - Specific Software Have you ever played  duolingo   or used a prezi  before? Duolingo and prezi are the example of CALL Specific Software (CSS).  CSS is the applications and programs designed specifically to facilitate language learning. It could include web-based exercises, ELT-Software and language games.  2. Generic Software These are the software originally installed in your computer the first time you purchased it. Microsoft...