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Direct linkHampel, Regine; Stickler, Ursula – ReCALL, 2012
The introduction of virtual learning environments has made new tools available that have the potential to support learner communication and interaction, thus aiding second language acquisition both from a psycholinguistic and a sociocultural point of view. This article focuses on the use of videoconferencing in the context of a larger exploratory…
Descriptors: Expertise, Computer Assisted Instruction, Distance Education, Learning Modalities
Peterson, Mark – ReCALL, 2012
This paper reports on the task-based interaction of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in the 3D multiuser virtual environment (MUVE) Second Life. The discussion first explores research on the precursors of MUVEs, text-based 2D virtual worlds known as MOOs. This is followed by an examination of studies on the use of MUVEs in Computer…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computer Simulation, Simulated Environment, Role Playing
Designing Oral Participation in Second Life--A Comparative Study of Two Language Proficiency Courses
Deutschmann, Mats; Panichi, Luisa; Molka-Danielsen, Judith – ReCALL, 2009
The following paper presents two stages of an action research project involving two oral proficiency courses held in the virtual world Second Life. Course 1 was conducted during the Autumn of 2007. Based on the experiences of this course, we redesigned many aspects of it in order to improve student activity in terms of oral participation and gave…
Descriptors: Action Research, Student Participation, Comparative Analysis, Language Proficiency
Liaw, Meei-Ling – ReCALL, 2007
Efforts have been made by language educators and researchers to use computer technology to assist L2 learners' growth in either linguistic or intercultural competence. Nonetheless, web-based environments devoted to developing both types of competences in tandem are new and experimental. The purpose of this project, which involves the collaboration…
Descriptors: Reading Materials, Intercultural Communication, Measures (Individuals), Foreign Countries
Campbell, Dermot F. – ReCALL, 2004
This presentation is a discursive treatment of the migration of a classroom based translation class to online delivery using the Virtual Learning Environment WebCT. The main focus is not on the VLE itself, but on the pedagogical challenges posed by the move to online delivery and the course structure developed to retain as many of the advantages…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Constructivism (Learning), Translation, Educational Resources
Canapero, Marina – ReCALL, 2004
This paper discusses the role of customized learning environments in the teaching of English to undergraduate science and technology students and focuses on a more subject-specific and skills-oriented approach in English for Specific Purposes (ESP). It may be argued that multimedia technology and the Web have a vital role to play in integrating…
Descriptors: Group Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Learning Processes, English for Special Purposes
