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Discussing with a Computer to Practice a Foreign Language: Research Synthesis and Conceptual Framework of Dialogue-Based CALL
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Bibauw, Serge; François, Thomas; Desmet, Piet – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2019
This article presents the results of a systematic review of the literature on dialogue-based CALL, resulting in a conceptual framework for research on the matter. Applications allowing a learner to have a conversation in a foreign language with a computer have been studied from various perspectives and under different names (dialogue systems,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Teaching Methods
Examining the Impact of Online Labeling on Tutoring Behavior and Its Effect on the English Learning and Motivation of Low-Achieving University Students
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Wu, Ejean; Yang, Shu Ching – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2016
This study examines the differential impact of tutor labeling vs. non-labeling approaches on the performance; motivation beliefs; and cognitive, social, and teaching presence of low-achieving students. Two interactive tutoring strategy patterns are investigated based on the taxonomical e-moderating model of Salmon. In addition, the tutees' online…
Descriptors: Low Achievement, Student Behavior, Student Attitudes, Intervention
Adaptivity in Educational Systems for Language Learning: A Review
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Slavuj, Vanja; Meštrovic, Ana; Kovacic, Božidar – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2017
Adaptive and intelligent instructional systems are used to deal with the issue of learning personalisation in contexts where human instructors are not immediately available, so their role is transferred entirely or in part onto the computer. Even though such systems are mostly developed for well-defined domains that have a rather straightforward…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Intelligent Tutoring Systems
Technologies for Foreign Language Learning: A Review of Technology Types and Their Effectiveness
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Golonka, Ewa M.; Bowles, Anita R.; Frank, Victor M.; Richardson, Dorna L.; Freynik, Suzanne – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2014
This review summarizes evidence for the effectiveness of technology use in foreign language (FL) learning and teaching, with a focus on empirical studies that compare the use of newer technologies with more traditional methods or materials. The review of over 350 studies (including classroom-based technologies, individual study tools,…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Teaching Methods, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning