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Revision Changes When Using Word Processors in an English as a Foreign Language Context.
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Kehagia, Olga; Cox, Margaret – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 1997
Focuses on the use of word processers during revision in an English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) writing context. The study attempts to identify the magnitude of the effects of ESL writing expertise, text importance for students and computer familiarity upon the types of revision. (24 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Context Effect, English (Second Language)
French Is Not a Language--It's a Subject: Verb Learning and CALL in a Mixed-Ability Environment.
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Metcalfe, Peter; And Others – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 1996
Discusses problems with correct verb use in the written work of students studying French. Examiners' reports indicate that the standard of verb use is declining, while the literature reveals that verb learning has inherent difficulties. The article critiques computer-assisted instruction and proposes a new approach. (23 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Context Effect, Educational Technology
A Computerised English Language Proofing Cloze Program.
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Coniam, David – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 1997
Describes a computer program that takes multiple-choice cloze passages and compiles them into proofreading exercises. Results reveal that such a computerized test type can be used to accurately measure the proficiency of students of English as a Second Language in Hong Kong. (14 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: Cloze Procedure, College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing