What is Call & Advantages of call.

Introduction:

Computer Assisted language learning is influenced by Traditional language teaching and learning. Although they are have different method and approach, but the goal is the same ; To develop the learner’s abilities as the same as native speakers.

The aim of developing CALL is not on provide language with novelty, but is to improve the quality of language learning teaching.

The Search for and study of application of the computer in language teaching and learning .

                                                                                              

 Levy (1997)

  What is Call ?

Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) is the general term for the range of processes and activities that employ computers in the teaching and learning of a new language.

Importance of Call in the English classroom nowadays.

Call is important nowadays because it offers a variety of resources to improve our skills, for instance pronunciation due that call has the required programs to be more communicative and learn the language easily.

Advantages of Call !

Computer assisted language learning is one of the most popular tool for language learners and also for teacher. It has many advantages let’s discuss.

1. Learning Environment :

Call can provide good learning environment. Whenever we are going for any kind of learning environment factors affect most. It has a variety of multimedia such as texts, graphics, sound, Animation and video. This all are very use tools for learning.

2. Individualization

CALL allows learners to have non-sequential learning habit; they can decide on their own which skills to develop and which course to use, as well as the speed and level by their own needs.

3. Communication

Call provide Authentic application for Build up verbal – Non verbal communication skills. We can develop good command on language.

4. Interest and motivation

Classical language teaching in classroom can be monotonous, boring, and even frustrating, and students can loose interest and motivation in learning. CALL programmers can provide student ways to learn English through computer games, animated graphics, and problem-solving techniques which can make drills more interesting (Ravi Chandra 2000).

5. Feedback

Call can provide immediate response and feedback. Call provide records of the learner’s performance and progress.

Conclusion

I, conclude my answer with Call is one of the important features for language learners and it is also for teacher.