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Cumming, Geoff; And Others – System, 1994
This paper reports on a comparative evaluation of the Phrasal Definition Format of the Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English and the Sentence Definition format of the Collins COBUILD English Language Dictionary. The study found that English-as-a-Second-Language students expressed strong preferences for having usage examples and for the…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Definitions
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Thornton, B.; And Others – System, 1984
Describes EXTOL, a high-level computer programing language, which puts computer-assisted language production into the hands of the language teacher. Shows that teachers who are not computer specialists and whose familiarity with EXTOL is not of long standing can still create a wide variety of lessons. (SED)
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, English (Second Language)
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Hult, Sven; And Others – System, 1990
Describes a microcomputer program aimed at making reading comprehension exercises more efficient. The program is based on the ideas of hypermedia, a new computer science paradigm. (Author/VWL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, English (Second Language), Microcomputers
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Huffman, Donald T.; Goldberg, John R. – System, 1987
A review of the use of specific word processing programs to teach foreigners English language composition discusses advantages and disadvantages of such features as spelling checkers, prompting markers, and formatting programs. Suggestions are presented for enhancing students' writing skills both with and without word processing help. (CB)
Descriptors: Computer Software, English (Second Language), Instructional Effectiveness, Second Language Instruction
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Goh, Ian Suan Hooi – System, 1993
This paper describes a speech teaching aid developed to assist in foreign language pronunciation teaching. The methodology used in designing the graphical user interface and the teaching plans are described, and the technical aspects (algorithms used, hardware requirements, etc.) are briefly discussed. (36 references) (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, English (Second Language), Feedback
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Meskill, Carla – System, 1993
Examines the interactions of pairs of language students working with multimedia. Specific comparisons are made of the patterns of discourse of second-language English Speakers and native English speakers within a framework for analyzing the interactional dynamic that incorporates the ways that exchanges are shaped by constraints. The implications…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Discourse Analysis
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Phillips, Martin – System, 1987
Describes three models of CALL (computer assisted language learning) activity--games, the expert system, and the prosthetic approaches. A case is made for CALL development within a more instrumental view of the role of computers. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Databases
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Coniam, D. – System, 1999
Explores the potential of the use of voice-recognition technology with second-language speakers of English. Involves the analysis of the output produced by a small group of very competent second-language subjects reading a text into the voice recognition software Dragon Systems "Dragon NaturallySpeaking." (Author/VWL)
Descriptors: Computer Software, English (Second Language), Error Analysis (Language), Evaluation Methods
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Wu, Kamyin; Tsui, Amy B. M. – System, 1997
Discusses the rationale and criteria for developing "Telegram," an electronic grammar database for English-as-a- Second-Language teachers in Hong Kong. Describes the importance of explicit grammatical knowledge in effective language teaching, and describes the design criteria for "Telegram," which aims to provide a body of…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Educational Technology, Electronic Classrooms
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Friel, Mike – System, 1986
Six computer programs were used for English as a foreign language classes at Sana's University (Yemen) to stimulate whole-class activities (as opposed to small group or individualized activities commonly associated with use of computers). The software, involving spelling, repetition, spoken discourse, games, and map work, was merged into more…
Descriptors: Class Activities, College Second Language Programs, Communication Skills, Computer Assisted Instruction