In language learning and teaching ROLES OF COMPUTER In language learning and teaching B. Ed (TESL) III Dierdre – Nurul Salina – Nurhakmah – Sharifah Farhana
What is the role of the computer in the language classroom? Computer as tutor Computer as tool Computer as medium/messenger
Computer as tutor for language drills or skill practice computers could be programmed to ask questions and receive answers learners interact with the computer as a “private tutor” Example: Language software can be installed in the computer Games Languagegames.org - Free Online Computer Language Games Dictionaries Cambridge Online Dictionary (online) Microsoft Encarta Dictionary (installation software)
Computer as a tool for writing, presenting, and researching Word processors like Microsoft Office PRESENTING Desktop publishing application such as Microsoft Office PowerPoint and Publisher RESEARCHING Using the Internet for extra language practice www.learn-english-online.org www.1-language.com
Computer as a medium of global communication NETWORK-BASED LANGUAGE LEARNING Web browsing Google search, MSN, Yahoo, etc. Authoring (weblogs and forums) Blogger, Wordpress, Livejournal, Typepad Email and chat Y! Mail, Gmail, Hotmail Yahoo Messenger, Gtalk, Instant Messenger (IM)