M.A. TESOL

Candidate: LETICIA CRUZ

ED695

March 2015

RESEARCH

TOPIC

Computer Assisted Language Learning

in the area of

ORAL LANGUAGE

Introduction

  • Technology in the classroom
  • Definition of CALL
  • Importance of oral Language
  • Relation to Guam public schools
  • Focus of Study

Technology in the Classroom

  • Evolving in the education process
  • Tool used to promote learning
  • Includes various innovations
  • Meeting the needs of learners
  • ESL LEARNERS
    • ​Language acquisition
  • Aid language learning

CALL

  • Computer Assisted Language Learning
  • Originated in the 1960s
  • Has developed over the years
  • Other terms TELL, CALI, MALL
  • TOOL not a method
  • Benefits 4 modalities of language

WHAT METHODS DO YOU KNOW?

  • Increase in technology within the schools
    • ​Grants and Remodeling
  • ESL student population
  • Meeting their needs
  • Modern-day classroom 
    • general education
    • ESL program/services

Relation to Guam Public Schools

  • Speaking and Listening
  • Fundamental in language development
  • Implementation of standards for these skills
  • Educationlists view:
    NEEDS MORE ATTENTION
  • Integral part of learning
    • Structure of instruction
    • Motivation results from peer relationships

Oral Language

Effects of CALL on Oral Proficiency of ESL learners in the primary level of the Guam public schools

FOCUS OF STUDY

RESEARCH QUESTIONS

  • How is CALL integrated into instruction of ESL students?
     
  • What types of CALL are used to achieve oral language proficiency within ESL students?
     
  • What are the effects of CALL on student achievment in relation to oral language proficiecny?

SIGNIFICANCE OF STUDY

  • Examines the use of CALL within a local public school.
     
  • Examines the effects CALL has on ESL learners in relation to oral language proficiency.
     
  • Results of the study will provide feedback in regards to effective use of CALL for our primary students identified as ESL. 

DEFINITION OF TERMS

  • CALL
  • ESL
  • Oral language
  • Language proficiency
  • Student achievement 

References

Carr, N. T., Crocco, K., Eyring, J. L., & Gallego, J. C. (n.d.). Perceived Benefits of Technology Enhanced Language Learning in Beginning Language Classes. International Association for Language Learning Technology, 41(1). Retrieved from http://www.iallt.org/iallt_journal/perceived_benefits_of_technology_enhanced_language_learning_in_beginning_language_clas

 

Chang, M.-M., & Lehman, J. D. (2002). Learning Foreign Language Through An Interactive Mulimedia Program: An Experimental Study on the Effects of the Relevance Component of the ARCS Model. CALICO Journal, 20(1), 81-98. Retrieved from https://www.calico.org/html/article_402.pdf

 

Davies, G. (n.d.). CALL (Computer Assisted Language Learning). Retrieved from Centre for Languages, Linguistics & Area Studies: https://www.llas.ac.uk/resources/gpg/61

 

Department of Education and Skills. (2006). Unit 4: Speaking, Listening, Learning: Working with Childen Learning English as an Additional Language. In Excellence and Enjoyment: Learning and Teahing for Bilingual Children in the Primary Years. Primary National Strategy. Retrieved from http://www.naldic.org.uk/Resources/NALDIC/Teaching%20and%20Learning/pri_pubs_bichd_213506_021.pdf

 

Huneycutt, T. (2013, October 8). Technology In The Classroom: The Benefits of Blended Learning. Retrieved from National Math + Science Initiative: http://www.nms.org/blog/TabId/58/PostId/188/technology-in-the-classroom-the-benefits-of-blended-learning.aspx

 

Morales, N. E. (2014, May). Use of Computer Assisted Language Learning. Education and Human Development Master's Thesis. Retrieved from http://digitalcommons.brockport.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1398&context=ehd_theses

 

Noeth, R. J., & Boris B, V. (2004). Evaluating the Effectiveness of Technology in Our Schools. ACT. Retrieved from http://www.act.org/research/policymakers/pdf/school_tech.pdf

 

Shafaei, A. (2012). Computer Assisted Learning: A Helpful Approach in Learning English. Frontiers of Language and Teaching, 3. Retrieved from http://www.academia.edu/2365227/Computer_Assisted_Learning_A_Helpful_Approach_in_Learning_English

 

Shepherd, A. (2008, May 8). Speaking and Listening. TES Connect. Retrieved from https://www.tes.co.uk/article.aspx?storycode=2113584

 

The State Education Department; The University of the State of New York. (2010). Technology-Enhanced Instruction for English as a Second Language (ESL) and Bilingual Education. Albany . Retrieved from http://www.p12.nysed.gov/biling/docs/TechProjectFinal.pdf

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