Some of the problems in interpreting visual feedback displays of suprasegmentals are identified, and strategies for using this type of feedback are discussed. Problems discussed include pitch display, syllable identification, syllable boundaries and duration determination, and pitch and intensity pattern determination. (25 references) (LB)

Zo eplicates in a synchronous learning environment a study that looked at the effectiveness of providing two types of corrective feedback to students in the classroom. Elementary learners of L2 English (N = 31) completed two communicative tasks, during which time they received either recasts (implicit feedback) or metalinguistic information…

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)

An investigation of two approaches to individualized computer-assisted instruction in ESL (English as a Second Language) was conducted. One treatment group, consisting of two university students, received exclusively product-oriented feedback, while the other group of two students received exclusively process-oriented feedback. In the…

Describes the development of an online course that aims to help tertiary students improve their English oral presentation skills. The course aims to allow learners to prepare their presentations out of class and then practice these skills in class with peer and teacher feedback. (Author/VWL)

The invention of computer-based writing program has revolutionized the way of teaching second language writing. Embedded with artificial intelligence scoring engine, it can provide students with both immediate score and diagnostic feedback on their essays. In addition, some of such programs offer convenient writing and editing tools to facilitate…

This study investigated the effects of English captioning used as knowledge of results feedback during English listening comprehension practice for Taiwanese students. A total of 72 college freshmen at National Taiwan Normal University--36 with above average and 36 with below average English reading proficiency--participated in the study, using an…

Examines computerized text analysis by considering questions related to how computerized text analysis programs function, the history of computerized text analysis, and the claims of previous research on computerized text analysis. It is suggested that claims about the effectiveness of computerized text analysis as a writing aid for…

A computer grammar checker is described that evolved from a sample of errors and resulting in a taxonomy of 14 main and 93 subtypes. Using a 1,402-word stem electronic dictionary, an augmented transition network parser, and a set of disambiguating rules, the checker provides feedback for 7 types of errors. (12 references) (Author/LB)

Examines a variety of Web-based vocabulary activities currently being used in English reading classes at the University of Aizu in Japan. Provides a brief review of the pedagogical basis for the creation and implementation of Web-based vocabulary, focusing on individualization and feedback capabilities. Describes activities, and discusses…

A one-year study is reported that addresses whether and in which way grammatically computer-assisted language learning (CALL) can help English writing instruction in a Taiwanese setting. Results of a CALL courseware intervention with first-year college students suggest that classroom instruction combined with grammatical CALL is at least not…

Examined a possible link between computer-generated feedback and changes in writing strategies of English-as-a-foreign-language business-writing students in Taiwan. Numerous detailed analyses were carried out using computer software that measured students' writing, including time spent on a document, amount of editing of a document, specific…

Proposes the use of usability testing to systematically evaluate instructor-developed materials. Discusses the application of this methods in the field of computer-assisted language learning using a multimedia CD-Rom project that was designed to improve the skills of international graduate students at Ohio University (Author/VWL)

The integration of text analysis programs into realistic classroom writing activities was examined in a study of 39 university students. English-as-a-foreign-language students' own revision processes, teachers' feedback, peer editing, and two commercial packages (Grammatik and Complete Writer's Toolkit) were assessed. Attitudes toward the programs…

Explains the use of a computer-assisted language-learning tool that utilizes acoustic data in real time to help Japanese second-language learners improve their perception and production of English consonants. The basic features of the speech-learning software that runs on a networked workstation and is used for pronunciation training are…