CALL TESOL HSU 2019

The course explores both the practical and theoretical aspects of employing computers in second language learning. An overview of CALL issues will be reviewed, and interactive technology is analysed. Main topics for class discussion include resources for language learning on the Internet, software and website evaluation, web page design and authoring programs, web-based activities, social networking based activities, CALL materials and curriculum, Web 2.0 and interactive learning platform, mobile-assisted language learning, CALL integration and students’ achievement, and learning evaluation. Implications of CALL in language classrooms and research will also be considered in each section of the course.