The problem. The purpose of this study was to develop and field test an instructional model for t... more The problem. The purpose of this study was to develop and field test an instructional model for the integration of computers into college-level English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) programs. Method. It was theorized that an instructional model comprised of two components: (1) individualized drill and practice grammar programs and (2) communicative group learning environments would provide an effective use of computer technology in a college-level ESL writing program. Based upon this model, a curriculum was implemented and field tested at United States International University in September, 1989. The subjects were twenty-four international students enrolled in two intermediate writing and grammar classes of the ESL program. Qualitative data were collected from pre and post questionnaires and interviews and from direct observations. Pre and post-term student compositions were evaluated using the TOEFL Test of Written English Scoring Guide. Scores were compared to those of students in th...
Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Communicative Language Teaching. 3. Content-based Instruction for En... more Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Communicative Language Teaching. 3. Content-based Instruction for English Language Learners. 4. Using Technology to Teach Oral Communication Skills. Developing Listening Skills. Developing Speaking Skills. 5. Using Technology to Teach Reading and Writing. Developing Reading Skills. Developing Writing Skills. 6. Teaching Thinking and Inquiry-based Learning with English Language Learners. 7. Culture and Community and Diverse Learners. 8. Assessment and Second Language Teaching.
International Journal of Computer-Assisted Language Learning and Teaching, 2011
It has been over 50 years since the emergence of computer-assisted language learning (CALL) that ... more It has been over 50 years since the emergence of computer-assisted language learning (CALL) that would forever change how second/foreign languages are taught. This article presents a historical overview of the evolution of CALL from the early years of the mainframe computer to the integrative technologies of the 21st century. It examines the evolution of the dual fields of educational technology and second/foreign language teaching as they intertwined over the last half of the 20th century into present day CALL. The paper describes the paradigm shifts experienced along this journey and the current state of CALL as new technologies rapidly advance language teaching capabilities and challenge practitioners to provide optimum learning environments for the future.
The problem. The purpose of this study was to develop and field test an instructional model for t... more The problem. The purpose of this study was to develop and field test an instructional model for the integration of computers into college-level English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) programs. Method. It was theorized that an instructional model comprised of two components: (1) individualized drill and practice grammar programs and (2) communicative group learning environments would provide an effective use of computer technology in a college-level ESL writing program. Based upon this model, a curriculum was implemented and field tested at United States International University in September, 1989. The subjects were twenty-four international students enrolled in two intermediate writing and grammar classes of the ESL program. Qualitative data were collected from pre and post questionnaires and interviews and from direct observations. Pre and post-term student compositions were evaluated using the TOEFL Test of Written English Scoring Guide. Scores were compared to those of students in th...
Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Communicative Language Teaching. 3. Content-based Instruction for En... more Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Communicative Language Teaching. 3. Content-based Instruction for English Language Learners. 4. Using Technology to Teach Oral Communication Skills. Developing Listening Skills. Developing Speaking Skills. 5. Using Technology to Teach Reading and Writing. Developing Reading Skills. Developing Writing Skills. 6. Teaching Thinking and Inquiry-based Learning with English Language Learners. 7. Culture and Community and Diverse Learners. 8. Assessment and Second Language Teaching.
International Journal of Computer-Assisted Language Learning and Teaching, 2011
It has been over 50 years since the emergence of computer-assisted language learning (CALL) that ... more It has been over 50 years since the emergence of computer-assisted language learning (CALL) that would forever change how second/foreign languages are taught. This article presents a historical overview of the evolution of CALL from the early years of the mainframe computer to the integrative technologies of the 21st century. It examines the evolution of the dual fields of educational technology and second/foreign language teaching as they intertwined over the last half of the 20th century into present day CALL. The paper describes the paradigm shifts experienced along this journey and the current state of CALL as new technologies rapidly advance language teaching capabilities and challenge practitioners to provide optimum learning environments for the future.
Uploads
Papers