Computer Assisted Language Learning

Introduction Com regurgitateers send away be tremendously physical exertionful tools for incline language direction. They process selective information quickly and integrate voice, music, videos, pictures and text into lessons. They outhouse be planmed to tailor instruction and test for each singular learner. They passel even used to make students feel more comfortable and imparting to commence risks, because of their untiring, unjudgmental nature (Butler-Pascoe 199720). While thither ar galore(postnominal) potential benefits to be derived from these machines, the issue now is not whether but how calculators should be used for language instruction. disregardless of the speculated disadvantages of using computers for language instruction, advance by some individual or groups, computers and predict materials are already being used for English language instruction and provide continue to be used. It can be used as a moderne approach towards language teaching and nurture in which the computer is utilized as an aid to the presentation, and as reinforcement and assessment of material to be learned by usually including substantial interactive materials. Over the historic period with the emergence of the World Wide Web or the cyberspace, CALL widened its scope.It has become communicative, interactive and explorative such(prenominal) that audio and video exercises or activities can lightheaded be integrated. The parting of language teaching has gr make as years puddle gone by. As observed, interactivity in culture becomes a necessary and constitutional mechanism for knowledge encyclopaedism and the development of both cognitive and physical skills (Barker, 19941). Today, computer technology can religious service advocate the communicative approach to knowledge because it, too, is concerned with the interaction between the teacher and the learner, and the students learning of necessity and learning styles.Due to the significant changes in sec ond language teaching and learning (e. g. the role of the teacher, the role of the learner, the role of multimedia, and the way the learning process is conducted in the schoolroom settings), interaction has become an increasingly primary(prenominal) and relevant area of study in the field of second language acquisition since it reflects what goes on in learning and teaching processes. Communication is intrinsic to success, effective instructional practice as hale as individual discovery.The implementation of interactivity can be perceived as an art (Sims 1997) because it requires a comprehensive range of skills, including an understanding of the learner, an appreciation of software diligence capabilities, the importance of rigorous instructional design and the application of appropriate learning materials. The value of the multimedia and the Internet in the enhancement of interaction for language learning can not be disregarded. Warschauer, M. , & Healy, D. 1998) stated that the type of software and the task teachers set for the students have a large effect on the type and whole step of students interaction with each other when working in pairs or small groups. With the continuing development of technological advances in the areas of communication and multimedia, the challenge for English (foreign language) classrooms goes removed beyond current knowledge ab forth the effective use of technology. The CALL is a milestone as far as language teaching is concerned.And with that fruition in mind, this study, Computer Assisted linguistic process accomplishment (CALL) Interactive Teaching in English apply Different Websites in San Pablo Elementary School is presented. rumor of the Problem The general objective of this study is to help improve the English cap readiness and competency of the students in localize I of San Pablo Elementary School devising it interactive and communicative using the Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) materials imparted through the use of Different English Websites. Specifically, it tried to answer the following questions 1.How will the CALL technology reserve interactive English comprehension, vocabulary, and writing exercises? 2. How will the CALL create interaction among the student and teacher? 3. How will the lessons be do interactive and communicative? 4. Will this approach be found satisfying through test result? And 5. Will this approach be found satisfactory by its users? Significance of the Study English learning has become the most important task for students. At very young age parents send their children to clubby training or classes to enhance their English learning and to provide their children a strong foundation in English.However, there are still some lines and dilemmas for students in language learning. Most students still could not have effective communication after years of English language learning. Some students have difficulty in their expression in an English presentat ion, although they have higher rafts in English tests. Computer has been go steadyed as an important learning tool in the modern second language learning. Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) has provided amazing opportunities for improving second language learning such as it can motivate students interesting or improve learners varied linguistic skills (AbuSeileek 2007).Nowadays, San Pablo Elementary has 6 computers (2 are originally school property, 4 are personal property of the teachers) move in a laboratory room equipped with new hardware and software but its not fully explored and utilized in English language teaching. The study is important due to the following reasons 1. To help improve the English capability and competency of the students in Grade I of San Pablo Elementary School. 2. To help students learn to interpret new information and experiences on their own terms. 3. With the use of CALL more shy students can feel free in their own students-centered environ ment.This will raise their self-esteem and their knowledge will be improving. 4. Through the use of diametrical English Educational Websites students will perform collaborative task where in they will do their best to perform it within set time limits. 5. To make the class more interesting and to increase students interest and motivation. 6. To provide informations regarding Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL). METHODOLOGY on that specify are various concerns considered in this action research. There is no candid finite number of these concerns, nor is there a simple dichotomy between qualitative and quantitative approaches.Indeed, there is an off-cited division in the second language acquisition (SLA) field between those researchers who favor qualitative methodologies and those who prefer quantitative ones. Research Design This study is an action research. This study was conducted for the purpose of solving a problem or obtaining information in order to solve some kind of day to day immediate concern such as how to figure out ways to use technology to improve the teaching of grammar in the classroom. To dealt with are the needs and concerns of the students.Data concerning the problem (both qualitative and quantitative) were collected and interpreted. Qualitative- the data collected acknowledge a pre-survey and a post-survey. Quantitative- a test (post-test) administered. Research Procedure The Profile of the students background, experience and future needs are obtained. The purpose of the needs analysis was to detect out whether they agree or disagree on the use of the CALL technology in language learning and to scram out their familiarity with the CALL materials and the Internet in teaching the English language. The following are stages conducted in this study leg 1 Survey by InterviewTo help determine the age, gender, needs and experience of the students using a computer, a structured interview were prepared and administered. Stage 2 Utiliz ation of the Different English Websites in the Classroom The capital audience for the websites are the Grade I students of San Pablo Elementary school with a particular teacher, the audience used worldwide ESL sites exist which are designed for a certain English language level. It is important to consider a sites purpose, since meaningful comparisons of evaluations can be made among sites with the same or at least similar mean goals, uses and audiences.In this study English websites can be directly used by the Grade I students of San Pablo Elementary School. Stage 3 The Post discharge To help determine the progress of the students in San Pablo Elementary School after victorious the lesson using CALL materials. Stage 4 The Post Survey Administered and answered by the students after the test-run. Research Setting and Participants This action research was conducted at San Pablo Elementary located at Block. 14 San Pablo, Tarlac City. The school is reason as a complete, non-central school, mono- manakin having 2 sections each grade level.Computer laboratory provided by the teachers in the school was used. This study used 35 students in Grade I section Daisy. The section is heterogeneous. The data collected for this study will come from the observations and tests interpreted by the students. An in depth analysis of the collected data was carried out. PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF DATA A survey interview has been developed in participants home language for the purpose of collecting background information. Based on the pre-survey interview, the researcher collected this data. Table 1 Students Profile No.NameAgeGenderComputer at HomeWith / without Experience in computer 1Banag, Jonie D. 7MNoneWithout 2Bermudo, Mark Anthony D. C. 6M1With 3Boehn, Adrian M. 6M1With 4Butchayo, butt Carlo G. 7MNoneWithout 5Fallorina, Jerry M. 8MNoneWithout 6Gaupo, Gerald7MNoneWithout 7Lacanlale, Christian G. 7MNoneWithout 8Luna, Alexander N. 6MNoneWithout 9Manalili, John Lloyd C. 6M1Wi th 10Maninang, Emer6MNoneWithout 11Manlapas,Randy A. 6MNoneWithout 12Martinez, Clive Xavier M. 5MNoneWithout 13Morales, Aiveen Nash M. 6MNoneWithout 14Pilariza, Hans Russell L. 7M1With 15Puno, Jerome M. 6MNoneWithout 16Roldan, Rainier T. 6MNoneWithout 7Tolentino, John Michael E. 7M1With 18Uring, Justine H. 6MNoneWithout 19Bautista, Marichell D. C. 6FNoneWith 20Botio, Renalyn M. 7F1With 21Casem, Allyana N. 6F6With 22Castaneda, Rey-ann 7FNoneWithout 23Dizon, Clarisse pleasance R. 6F1With 24Lacanlale, Clarissa G. 6FNoneWith 25Manlapas, Adrian Mae 6FNoneWithout 25Nucup, Lyka M. 6FNoneWithout 27Obenario, Angelina D. C. 6FNoneWithout 28Padua, Maricar 7FNoneWithout 29Panag, Maiel T. 6F1With 30Pangan, Cristina C. 7FNoneWithout 31Pangilinan, Gloria8FNoneWithout 32Quintos, Jennalyn Y. 6FNoneWithout 33Sabat, Maadrian E. 6FNoneWithout 34Sagadraca, Angelika Joy M. 6 FNoneWithout 35Salas, Jomae V. FNoneWithout There were 35 participants that took part in study. The table shows that the students consist of 19 male and 16 female. One of them is 5 years old, 21 are 6 years old, 11 are 7 years old, and 2 are 8 years old. Out of 35 students, only 6 have their own computer at home and 10 have experience in operating a computer. The second tail end test result serves as point of reference in this study. The test is composed of 30 items consisting questions about earreach skills, vocabulary, grammar, reading and comprehension. The table below shows the scores of the students and the calculated mean. Table 2 Second Quarter Test ResultNo. NameScore 1Banag, Jonie D. 15 2Bermudo, Mark Anthony D. C. 12 3Boehn, Adrian M. 16 4Butchayo, John Carlo G. 20 5Fallorina, Jerry M. 17 6Gaupo, Gerald15 7Lacanlale, Christian G. 16 8Luna, Alexander N. 12 9Manalili, John Lloyd C. 17 10Maninang, Emer13 11Manlapas,Randy A. 18 12Martinez, Clive Xavier M. 18 13Morales, Aiveen Nash M. 19 14Pilariza, Hans Russell L. 19 15Puno, Jerome M. 22 16Roldan, Rainier T. 14 17Tolentino, John Michael E. 22 18Uring, Justine H. 18 19Bautista, Marichell D. C. 14 20Botio, Renalyn M. 21 21Casem, Allyana N. 20 22Castaneda, Rey-ann 12 23Dizon, Clarisse Joy R. 14 24Lacanlale, Clarissa G. 21 5Manlapas, Adrian Mae 24 25Nucup, Lyka M. 16 27Obenario, Angelina D. C. 23 28Padua, Maricar 16 29Panag, Maiel T. 21 30Pangan, Cristina C. 15 31Pangilinan, Gloria12 32Quintos, Jennalyn Y. 22 33Sabat, Maadrian E. 16 34Sagadraca, Angelika Joy M. 18 35Salas, Jomae V. 14 Formula of Mean The mean may often be confused with the median, mode or range. The mean is the arithmetic fair of a set of values, or distribution however, for skewed distributions, the mean is not necessarily the same as the middle value (median), or the most probable (mode). The arithmetic mean is the standard average, often simply called the mean.Total scores602 . Mean= Number of cases M= 35 Mean= 17. 2 November 3, 2010 marks the offset printing day for Third Quarter period and ended January 20, 2011. In this period of time the Grade I students of San Pablo Elementary School had undergone the said study. The children were exposed to different English websites that cater different reading, speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary exercises. The teacher serves as the moderator that helps and guides the students on operating the computers and explaining further instructions and directions.The researcher focuses on three English websites and these are the following 1. Agenda Web Hundreds of Free English Exercises (http//www. agendaweb. org/) 2. English Interactive (http//www. englishinteractive. net) 3. Calluni. net (http//www. calluni. net) The said websites have different activities that are suitable for primary grade level taking up English lessons. CALL Programs designed for teaching grammar include drill and practice on a single topic (Irregular Verbs, definite and Indefinite Articles), drills on a variety of topics (Advanced Grammar Series, English Grammar Computerized I and II), games (Code Breaker, Jr.High Grade B uilder), and different programs which are specifically designed to promote second-language listening (Listen ), multimedia programs for second language learners (Accelerated English, Rosetta Stone), and multimedia programs for children or the general public (Aesops Fables, The Animals). Pronunciation programs (Sounds American, Conversations) generally yield students to record and playback their own voice and compare it to a model. Several comprehensive multimedia programs (Firsthand Access, The Lost Secret) include similar features. drill programs designed for ESL (English Second Language learners and tutorials designed for children or the general public (MacReader, Reading Critically, Steps to Comprehension). and games (HangWord). Also included are more general educational programs which can assist reading (Navajo Vacation, The Night Before Christmas) Text reconstruction programs allow students to manipulate letters, words, sentences, or paragraphs in order to put texts together. They are usually inexpensive and can be used to support reading, writing, or intervention activities. common examples include Eclipse, Gapmaster, Super Cloze, Text Tanglers, and Double Up. Vocabulary activities includes drill and practice programs (Synonyms), multimedia tutorials (English Vocabulary), and games (Hangman, Scrabble). Teacher and learner roles The distinct roles in the laboratory are compared and secernate from the roles assumed in the traditionalistic classroom. The researcher noticed a big difference between a traditional classroom setting and a laboratory setting using the CALL technology. Various factors influenced the way students and the teacher interacts.The teacher and the computers interact and interpret their roles in the laboratory. Warschauer, 1998 says that when multimedia is used the role of the teacher as authority source and expert changes. Hence, the teacher does not dominate the floor and does not do most of the talking. Besides, he or she does no t direct and direct the development of the topic, pose display questions, nominate students as next speakers, or evaluate individual students contributions, all of which is the norm in traditional teacher-fronted EFL (English Foreign Language) classrooms.There are several aspects that determine the role of the students in the laboratory setting. The researcher noted that the setting, the tools (the computers), the personality of the students, and the way in which the teacher establishes the teaching learning activities as well as the way that he or she interacts with them plays an important role in the laboratory classroom setting. These aspects are interrelated each other and in the next section they are expanded. In the traditional classroom students are more willing to pay attention to the teacher lecture.In contrast, at the laboratory, agree with Huang 2000 the student-teacher communication seemed to be blocked to some extent by the layout of the computer lab. Physically, the computer laboratory is larger than the traditional classroom. The physical distance enlarged the psychological distance. It has the tendency that the two-way communication between the teacher and the students turned to be the one-way teacher to student communication. During the development if this research and from time to time the researcher ncouraged her students to interact with each other. She constantly asks herself the way to combine more interaction into the laboratory learning activities more often than she does. To enrich the interaction, she tried and determined what strategies will work and how to do it. Therefore, using the instructional guides that she has designed, she made suggestions and she frequently encouraged her students to employ new strategies to promote multiple-level interaction in the lab.She has moved toward interaction taking place between the learner and the content, the learner and the instructor, and between learners. Traditional classroom roles are co nsiderably changed. There are two main types of roles that appear at the lab. On the one hand, by the nature of the setting there are a number of roles which emerge and come into sight. On the other hand there are in addition a number of roles that learners begin to have. In the computerized classroom there are some roles that emerge which are very different from the traditional classroom.For instance, high interactive computer programs have the power to catch student attentions some time, this power that multimedia technology induces over learners is so high till the point that at times students got so concentrated in the computer proposed activities that they ignore the teachers instructions. The role of the teacher changes from source of knowledge to instigator, promoter, coach, helper, model, and guide of knowledge construction. It is not easy to change the teacher traditional role of simply showing students how to do things and providing then with the answers they seek.It woul d be much better to require students to lock in in activities that make them be critical thinkers using computers as a learner partner. After three months of the intervention using the Computer Assisted Language Learning engine room the children took up their Third Quarter Test that serves as the Post Test for this study and employed post survey interview which was intended to collect data on participants attitudes toward learning English with CALL technology, and their perception of CALL technology.The table below shows the result of the Third Quarter Test taken up by the students in Grade I students together with the previous scores taken on the First Quarter Test. Table 3 Test result From First to Second Quarter No. NameScores Second QuarterThird Quarter 1Banag, Jonie D. 1520 2Bermudo, Mark Anthony D. C. 1221 3Boehn, Adrian M. 1628 4Butchayo, John Carlo G. 2023 5Fallorina, Jerry M. 1722 6Gaupo, Gerald1525 7Lacanlale, Christian G. 1627 8Luna, Alexander N. 1225 9Manalili, John Ll oyd C. 1726 10Maninang, Emer1326 11Manlapas,Randy A. 1827 12Martinez, Clive Xavier M. 825 13Morales, Aiveen Nash M. 1924 14Pilariza, Hans Russell L. 1923 15Puno, Jerome M. 2220 16Roldan, Rainier T. 1419 17Tolentino, John Michael E. 2226 18Uring, Justine H. 1825 19Bautista, Marichell D. C. 1422 20Botio, Renalyn M. 2129 21Casem, Allyana N. 2030 22Castaneda, Rey-ann 1221 23Dizon, Clarisse Joy R. 1419 24Lacanlale, Clarissa G. 2118 25Manlapas, Adrian Mae 2430 25Nucup, Lyka M. 1627 27Obenario, Angelina D. C. 2329 28Padua, Maricar 1620 29Panag, Maiel T. 2126 30Pangan, Cristina C. 1521 31Pangilinan, Gloria1218 32Quintos, Jennalyn Y. 2221 33Sabat, Maadrian E. 1618 4Sagadraca, Angelika Joy M. 1819 35Salas, Jomae V. 1424 The above table shows the satisfying result of the Third Quarter Test. Table 4 Test Result (Second Third Quarter) Quarter TestNumber of Cases Number of ItemsHighest ScoreLowest ScoreTotal Number of scoresMean Second3530221260217. 2 Third3530301882423. 54 The table number four shows the big difference between the scores of First to Second Quarter Test. After conducting the test run students were asked if they find the program satisfying. 33 of the students answered yes and still hoping for some more lessons using CALL technology. of the students answered no because for them CALL is a much complicated way in analyze the English subject. Summary of Findings Based on the data gathered in this research CALL technology in the classroom provided a context in which opportunities for English development are enhanced, since students are motivated to extend their efforts and resources in order to meet the demands of real communication in a social context. It also entails meaningful use of the target language and demands teachers and students to treat language as a medium of communication.The second quarter result shows a great forward motion compared to the result taken last quarter. The program full treatment best with individual users, but pair work would als o be possible. Use in the classroom situation would be dependent upon the availability of computers. CALL technology proved an effective tool for language learning and teaching. Although Internet is more affordable and operable today than ever before, unfortunately and despite the incredible advances and advantages, not very many English as a foreign language students and teachers benefit from its potential. Computers have a eaningful application in the area of foreign language teaching and learning. The incorporation of CALL into the curriculum and language programs is important but there is a need to integrate it into the course goals, based on research practices. In addition, this may provide opportunities for authentic language practice. Almost all the student who undergone the program find the program very satisfying and keep on asking for more lessons with the same strategy of teaching. Conclusion Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) for Teaching English to Young Learne rs (TEYL). The computer is a childs wonderland.The use of CALL software such as Windows Messenger, E-mail, the Internet, and other specific and non specific software can be integrated using effective pedagogy to create a powerful language learning program. Computer engineering science offers a certain stratum of independent and structured learning. It easily assists and even stimulates young second language learners in all four skills of listening, speaking, writing, reading and also critical thinking (Cobb & Stevens, 1996). technology has the potential to play a major role in English or foreign language learning and instruction.The history of CALL suggests that the computer can serve a variety of uses for language teaching. It can be a tutor which offers language drills or skill practice a stimulus for discussion and interaction or a tool for writing and research. With the advent of the Internet, it can also be a medium of global communication and a source of limitless authentic materials. But as pointed out by Garrett (1991), the use of the computer does not constitute a method. Rather, it is a medium in which a variety of methods, approaches, and pedagogical philosophies may be implemented (p. 5). The effectiveness of CALL cannot reside in the medium itself but only in how it is put to use. Recommendation In the contemporary educational environments, it is a pity, that there are some schools that despite the fact of having a computer room which is privilege, there is not a full possible exploitation of that source of knowledge. Many people and some teachers feel uncomfortable with technology even there are times when they get scare of it in that case, the best way to overcome this fear is facing it by solving as many computer exercises as possible.An important implication of this study is to foster the use of computer assisted learning without neglecting the mystery that covers up the uses of new technologies. Teachers especially from government owned sc hools should have opportunities such as trainings and seminars about the use of computer and how it would be used in teaching Teachers computer literacy is important. A feeling of satisfaction is real and accomplished when teachers and students discover that computer provides another way to acquire knowledge. It enhances motivation and promotes interaction.In traditional classrooms, interaction has been limited because of minimal physical possibilities or because of teachers escape of training in using technology.. Working with computers is a joint of motivational elements that makes the students participation more free and spontaneous. It is frequent that students bring English music bunch discs to the laboratory. Those elements also promote interaction and new roles for both students and teachers. Therefore, students have more responsibility, risk taking, interaction and self-evaluation criteria towards the autonomous learning.The teacher should take individual differences in p references, and ability into account. For example, interactivity is limited when there is only one way of navigating the internet, and the materials are presented in a rigid manner. There are more ways of navigating the internet and many different possible topics to explore. Students can select different activities to read and study. Different aspects of every day life and people work are listed to account for individual differences in ability, and preferences.The Department of Education should help in improving the computer laboratories of each government school and for those who has no computer at all. They should also consider applying an Internet connection for each school that can not only be used in teaching but also in easy communication of the school to the main office or division. It can also serve as an easy way of submitting reports and help decrease the paper works for the teachers and principals. Teachers should also take a rigid guidance on the students on how they wil l use the computer and the internet in searching for knowledge.Students should always be properly guided while surfing the internet for them to be protected about the negative influences of the internet. Bibliography a b Levy M. 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