In the rapidly evolving academic field of CALL （computer-assisted language leaming） in China, it is no longer a question of whether to take advantage of the technologies of computer and Internet in foreign language ...In the rapidly evolving academic field of CALL （computer-assisted language leaming） in China, it is no longer a question of whether to take advantage of the technologies of computer and Internet in foreign language instruction, but of how to make effective use of them. By reviewing the literature of CALL in China and abroad, this article holds the view that in China where the educational resources are insufficient and unevenly distributed, the use of CALL should confirm and expand ESL/EFL theories to the utmost; the research of CALL should focus more on learning or learner, especially on learning strategy in CALL environment; to have a better understanding of the potential and functions of CALL in foreign language instruction, the research of CALL should cover all aspects of language learning.展开更多
This article is about computer/software assisted English language learning. The aim of this article is to provide an overview on what new technologies are in the world in this direction and what kind of benefits it co...This article is about computer/software assisted English language learning. The aim of this article is to provide an overview on what new technologies are in the world in this direction and what kind of benefits it could have if implemented in Georgia. It will argue that incorporating existing and creating new technologies in English language teaching is of crucial importance for developing English language teaching and learning. Firstly, this article will discuss the process of learning a language, where the importance of some aspects/activities will be highlighted. Secondly, the way new technologies support/make it easier to happen in the classroom environment, will be analyzed. This part will also show technologies that concenrate on aiding teaching another language, that could be useful for English language teaching as well. Thirdly, the benefits of bringing these new technologies, that this article will talk about, to Georgian classrooms, will be discussed.展开更多
In this paper, the author presents an overview of the development of CALL and understanding of CALL research in recent years; and then, indicates the trend of CALL research-AR and the research on AR-could be interpret...In this paper, the author presents an overview of the development of CALL and understanding of CALL research in recent years; and then, indicates the trend of CALL research-AR and the research on AR-could be interpreted as the research framework of CALL in China by introducing the four elements of AR-involvement, improvement, systematization and publicity.展开更多
This paper discusses computer application in language learning and teaching, and suggests 8 modes in the language learning and teaching. It is concluded that the computer can best assist instructors in language learni...This paper discusses computer application in language learning and teaching, and suggests 8 modes in the language learning and teaching. It is concluded that the computer can best assist instructors in language learning and teaching if it is seen not as a replacement for their work but as a supplement to it, the computer-assisted learning has stressed the individualization of instruction, and the learner can work at his or her own pace.展开更多
Nowadays, Computer Assisted Instruction is widespread in universities while the teaching effect is far from satisfying. Therefore. it is necessary to explore the current situation of Application of Computer Assisted I...Nowadays, Computer Assisted Instruction is widespread in universities while the teaching effect is far from satisfying. Therefore. it is necessary to explore the current situation of Application of Computer Assisted Instruction, analyze irreplaceable advantages as well as causes of ineffectiveness in teaching, and and bring forward the approach to solving them.展开更多
The topic of this essay is that effective businees communication requires effective practices.This essay will focus on communication practices that can assist an organi- zation in reaching its strategic goals and obje...The topic of this essay is that effective businees communication requires effective practices.This essay will focus on communication practices that can assist an organi- zation in reaching its strategic goals and objectives.This article will present this topic by analyzing the communication theory, writing process and business writing style, team building and interpersonal communication, negotiation and persuasion tech- niques and intercultural communication.展开更多
The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of using a computer-lab on oral English fluency amongst all Chinese students at Western Oregon University （WOU）. The participants are oversea Chinese graduate...The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of using a computer-lab on oral English fluency amongst all Chinese students at Western Oregon University （WOU）. The participants are oversea Chinese graduate students who take undergraduate courses at WOU, and some of them regard English as their Second Language. The study adopts the experimental design, There are total of 60 Chinese students participating in the study. The results indicate that the use of a Computer-Lab significantly improved students＇ English oral expression ability.展开更多
Experiencing problems that challenges science and the thought, habits of mind and actions associated with trying to solve them is one of the best ways of learning Chemistry. This impels opportunities for authentic, in...Experiencing problems that challenges science and the thought, habits of mind and actions associated with trying to solve them is one of the best ways of learning Chemistry. This impels opportunities for authentic, inquiry based learning. PBL （problem based learning） is a student centered pedagogy in which students learn about a subject through the experience of problem solving. The goals of PBL are to help the students develop flexible knowledge, effective problem solving skills, self-directed learning, effective collaborative skills and intrinsic motivation. CAPBL （computer assisted problem based learning） has been created to expand the boundaries of the creativity and the creativity of students beyond the four walls of the classroom. In the present study the investigator tested the effectiveness of the CAPBL material in Chemistry for enhancing thinking skills among secondary school students. The sample consisted of 100 secondary school students. The study revealed that the CAPBL material in Chemistry is effective in enhancing thinking skills such as critical thinking, creativity and problem solving.展开更多
Authors of papers to proceedings have to type these in a form suitable for direct photographic reproduction by the publisher. In order to ensure uniform style throughout the volume, all the papers have to be prepared ...Authors of papers to proceedings have to type these in a form suitable for direct photographic reproduction by the publisher. In order to ensure uniform style throughout the volume, all the papers have to be prepared strictly according to the instructions set below. A laser printer should be used to print the text. The publisher will reduce the camera-ready copy to 75% and print it in black only. For the convenience of the authors template files for MS Word 6.0 （and higher） are provided. In recent years, computer-assisted language learning （CALL） is widely used in College English teaching, it has played a positive role in improving the promotion of the quality of teaching. In this paper, itdiscussed CALL in terms of the specific application of curricular and extra-curricular.展开更多
With the development of CALL applying in foreign languages teaching, it brings a new voice to thereform of EFL or FLT. We made a comparison between computer-based college English teaching and traditionEnglish teaching...With the development of CALL applying in foreign languages teaching, it brings a new voice to thereform of EFL or FLT. We made a comparison between computer-based college English teaching and traditionEnglish teaching. Through analysis of the experiment, we may find that computer-based college Englishteaching has great potential in traditional class.展开更多
This paper reviews (CALL 2006) held on June 2-4, 2006 in Beijing, China. It also describes the research and development of CALL in China and reflects on the problems as a result of this symposium.
The implementation of the Smart schools project was one of the seven flagships＇ initiatives of the Malaysian Government aims at optimalising ICT utilisation in schools in line with Malaysia＇s aim to position the cou...The implementation of the Smart schools project was one of the seven flagships＇ initiatives of the Malaysian Government aims at optimalising ICT utilisation in schools in line with Malaysia＇s aim to position the country as a globally competitive knowledge-based economy. However, research studies reported a lack of success of the project towards promoting effective ICT usage and developing teacher professionally. This situation became the impetus for the development of the e-CPDelT research project which intends to develop an online learning system based on action research and personal involvement for Smart school teachers. The model adopted is loosely based on the successful UK-based Improving the Quality of Education for All （IQEA） proiect （Ainscow et al., 1994） and the Communities of Practice （CoP）＇s approach （Wenger, 1998）. The data were obtained from the blog entries made by the 20 participating Smart schools teachers and triangulated with focus group interviews and mentor reflections. The preliminary findings revealed both internal and external problems. Drawing upon these findings, the eCPDelT learning system was designed and steps were undertaken to promote the new system. However, the response to this promotion was far from satisfactory. The paper concludes by discussing the reasons for such disappointing results and proposes a new plan of action that involves the introduction of the Critical Friends Group technique,展开更多
文摘In the rapidly evolving academic field of CALL （computer-assisted language leaming） in China, it is no longer a question of whether to take advantage of the technologies of computer and Internet in foreign language instruction, but of how to make effective use of them. By reviewing the literature of CALL in China and abroad, this article holds the view that in China where the educational resources are insufficient and unevenly distributed, the use of CALL should confirm and expand ESL/EFL theories to the utmost; the research of CALL should focus more on learning or learner, especially on learning strategy in CALL environment; to have a better understanding of the potential and functions of CALL in foreign language instruction, the research of CALL should cover all aspects of language learning.
文摘This article is about computer/software assisted English language learning. The aim of this article is to provide an overview on what new technologies are in the world in this direction and what kind of benefits it could have if implemented in Georgia. It will argue that incorporating existing and creating new technologies in English language teaching is of crucial importance for developing English language teaching and learning. Firstly, this article will discuss the process of learning a language, where the importance of some aspects/activities will be highlighted. Secondly, the way new technologies support/make it easier to happen in the classroom environment, will be analyzed. This part will also show technologies that concenrate on aiding teaching another language, that could be useful for English language teaching as well. Thirdly, the benefits of bringing these new technologies, that this article will talk about, to Georgian classrooms, will be discussed.
文摘In this paper, the author presents an overview of the development of CALL and understanding of CALL research in recent years; and then, indicates the trend of CALL research-AR and the research on AR-could be interpreted as the research framework of CALL in China by introducing the four elements of AR-involvement, improvement, systematization and publicity.
文摘This paper discusses computer application in language learning and teaching, and suggests 8 modes in the language learning and teaching. It is concluded that the computer can best assist instructors in language learning and teaching if it is seen not as a replacement for their work but as a supplement to it, the computer-assisted learning has stressed the individualization of instruction, and the learner can work at his or her own pace.
文摘Nowadays, Computer Assisted Instruction is widespread in universities while the teaching effect is far from satisfying. Therefore. it is necessary to explore the current situation of Application of Computer Assisted Instruction, analyze irreplaceable advantages as well as causes of ineffectiveness in teaching, and and bring forward the approach to solving them.
文摘The topic of this essay is that effective businees communication requires effective practices.This essay will focus on communication practices that can assist an organi- zation in reaching its strategic goals and objectives.This article will present this topic by analyzing the communication theory, writing process and business writing style, team building and interpersonal communication, negotiation and persuasion tech- niques and intercultural communication.
文摘The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of using a computer-lab on oral English fluency amongst all Chinese students at Western Oregon University （WOU）. The participants are oversea Chinese graduate students who take undergraduate courses at WOU, and some of them regard English as their Second Language. The study adopts the experimental design, There are total of 60 Chinese students participating in the study. The results indicate that the use of a Computer-Lab significantly improved students＇ English oral expression ability.
文摘Experiencing problems that challenges science and the thought, habits of mind and actions associated with trying to solve them is one of the best ways of learning Chemistry. This impels opportunities for authentic, inquiry based learning. PBL （problem based learning） is a student centered pedagogy in which students learn about a subject through the experience of problem solving. The goals of PBL are to help the students develop flexible knowledge, effective problem solving skills, self-directed learning, effective collaborative skills and intrinsic motivation. CAPBL （computer assisted problem based learning） has been created to expand the boundaries of the creativity and the creativity of students beyond the four walls of the classroom. In the present study the investigator tested the effectiveness of the CAPBL material in Chemistry for enhancing thinking skills among secondary school students. The sample consisted of 100 secondary school students. The study revealed that the CAPBL material in Chemistry is effective in enhancing thinking skills such as critical thinking, creativity and problem solving.
文摘Authors of papers to proceedings have to type these in a form suitable for direct photographic reproduction by the publisher. In order to ensure uniform style throughout the volume, all the papers have to be prepared strictly according to the instructions set below. A laser printer should be used to print the text. The publisher will reduce the camera-ready copy to 75% and print it in black only. For the convenience of the authors template files for MS Word 6.0 （and higher） are provided. In recent years, computer-assisted language learning （CALL） is widely used in College English teaching, it has played a positive role in improving the promotion of the quality of teaching. In this paper, itdiscussed CALL in terms of the specific application of curricular and extra-curricular.
文摘With the development of CALL applying in foreign languages teaching, it brings a new voice to thereform of EFL or FLT. We made a comparison between computer-based college English teaching and traditionEnglish teaching. Through analysis of the experiment, we may find that computer-based college Englishteaching has great potential in traditional class.
文摘This paper reviews (CALL 2006) held on June 2-4, 2006 in Beijing, China. It also describes the research and development of CALL in China and reflects on the problems as a result of this symposium.
基金a research project (Code number:UKM-GUP-TMK-08-03-310) funded by a research grant provided by the National University of Malaysia
文摘The implementation of the Smart schools project was one of the seven flagships＇ initiatives of the Malaysian Government aims at optimalising ICT utilisation in schools in line with Malaysia＇s aim to position the country as a globally competitive knowledge-based economy. However, research studies reported a lack of success of the project towards promoting effective ICT usage and developing teacher professionally. This situation became the impetus for the development of the e-CPDelT research project which intends to develop an online learning system based on action research and personal involvement for Smart school teachers. The model adopted is loosely based on the successful UK-based Improving the Quality of Education for All （IQEA） proiect （Ainscow et al., 1994） and the Communities of Practice （CoP）＇s approach （Wenger, 1998）. The data were obtained from the blog entries made by the 20 participating Smart schools teachers and triangulated with focus group interviews and mentor reflections. The preliminary findings revealed both internal and external problems. Drawing upon these findings, the eCPDelT learning system was designed and steps were undertaken to promote the new system. However, the response to this promotion was far from satisfactory. The paper concludes by discussing the reasons for such disappointing results and proposes a new plan of action that involves the introduction of the Critical Friends Group technique,
