This paper provides an overview of current topics in computer-assisted language learning (CALL). Students will be introduced to key concepts in CALL and develop a theoretical and practical understanding of the use of technology for the main language areas (grammar vocabulary), skills (reading, writing, pronunciation, listening, speaking) and culture. They will learn to use, evaluate and apply a variety of language specific and generic computer applications for language teaching and learning.
| Paper title | Special Topic: Computer Assisted Language Learning |
|---|---|
| Paper code | LING421 |
| Subject | Linguistics |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2020 |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,142.40 |
| International Tuition Fees (NZD) | $4,661.93 |
- Limited to
- BA(Hons), GDipSLT, PGDipArts
- Contact
- antonie.alm@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of English and Linguistics website
- Teaching staff
- Coordinator and Lecturer: Dr Antonie Alm
- Paper Structure
In this paper students will explore CALL through readings, discussions and personal application. Students will read and discuss key studies in CALL and learn to use, evaluate and apply a wide range of computer applications (e.g. language programs, mobile apps, social networking sites, games) for language teaching and learning. Each unit has a practical, a theoretical and a reflective component.
Students will have hands-on sessions with the applications (in their chosen second language), read the related literature and reflect in their personal blog on their pedagogical use and their impact on second language education.
- Teaching Arrangements
- This paper is taught through seminars.
- Textbooks
- Readings and course-related materials will be made available on Blackboard.
- Course outline
- Topics covered:
- History of CALL
- CALL & Technology
- CALL & SLA
- Courseware and mobile apps
- Language areas & CALL
- Language Skills & CALL
- Computer-mediated communication
- Intercultural communication & Telecollaboration
- Digital literacies
- Online communities (Social Networks & Digital Games)
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical
thinking, Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of key concepts in computer-assisted language learning
- Demonstrate ability to summarise and reflect on CALL research
- Being able to evaluate and apply language specific and generic computer applications for language teaching and learning
- Being able to identify and critically engage with key concepts in spoken and written assessments
