CALL at the Crossroads: Myths, Realities, Promises, and Challenges.

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Title: CALL at the Crossroads: Myths, Realities, Promises, and Challenges.
Language: English
Authors: Burston, Jack
Source: Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. 1996 19(2):27-36.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 1996
Document Type: Opinion Papers
Journal Articles
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Educational Technology, Instructional Effectiveness, Linguistic Theory, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning
ISSN: 0155-0640
Abstract: Argues that, despite the popularity of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL), there is little evidence supporting the effectiveness of educational technology in producing positive language learning outcomes. It is suggested that collaboration in CALL program design is necessary to elicit linguistic data essential to test second language acquisition hypotheses. (Author/JL)
Journal Code: CIJJUL1997
Entry Date: 1997
Accession Number: EJ539368
Database: ERIC
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