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History of Computer Assisted Language Learning

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    Behaviouristic CALL

    Proposed by Mark Warschauser (1996).
    * CALI (Computer Assisted Language Instruction).
    * Behavioral Learning Theory.
    * Repetitive.
    * Accuracy over fluency.
    * Immitation and repetition.
  • PLATO project

    PLATO project

    • Programmed Logic for Automated Teaching Operations.
      • Interactive and self-paced.
    • Developed in the University of Illinois.
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    Communicative CALL

    PCs + Internet = Boom of CALL.
    * CALI to CALL.
    * Cognitive psychology.
    * Goal: Communicative competence.
    * Grammar is implicit.
    * Focus on context.
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    Integrative CALL (CD-ROM)

    • Humanistic approach to learning.
      • Focus on meaning and fluency.
    • Language use over language usage.
    • 4 skills are integrated.
    • Considers learners' personal factors.
  • CD-ROM

    CD-ROM

    Japanese company Denon developed what we know as a CD-ROM, s development derived from the CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio)
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    Integrative CALL (Internet)

    • World Wide Web.
    • Communicative learning teaching.
    • Teacher as a facilitator/motivator.
    • Direct communication around the world with native speakers.
    • Interactive media.
    • 4 inergrated skills.
  • ICALL

    ICALL

    Intelligent Computer Assisted Language Learning.
    * Artificial Intelligente helps the language learning process.
    * Dynamic and flexible answers.
    * Fulfills a teacher or tutor work.