The article considers the role of qualitative research methods in CALL through describing a series of examples. These examples are used to highlight the importance and value of qualitative data in relation to a specific research objective in CALL. The use of qualitative methods in conjunction with other approaches as in mixed method research…

This paper has two key objectives. Firstly, it seeks to record the technologies in current use by learners of a range of languages at an Australian university in 2011. Data was collected via a large-scale survey of 587 foreign language students across ten languages at The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. Notably the data…

This article discusses the learning process undertaken by language teachers in a cyber face-to-face teacher training program. Eight tertiary Chinese language teachers attended a 12-week training program conducted in an online synchronous learning environment characterized by multimedia-based, oral and visual interaction. The term "cyber…

This article describes the technologies in use for second language learning, in relation to the major language areas and skills. In order, these are grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, pronunciation, listening, speaking, and culture. With each language area or skill, the relevant technologies are discussed with examples that illustrate how…

A team of university Italian teachers at an Australian university has been able to obtain enduring benefits from computer-assisted language learning (CALL), through projects that last, and indeed grow and develop over time. The projects have focused on supporting students in effective use of out-of-class time once they reach an intermediate level…

This article discusses an experiment in sending regular Short Message Service (SMS) messages to support language learning, and vocabulary learning in particular, at beginners' level in Italian at an Australian university. The approach we took built on the initiatives of Thornton and Houser (2005) and Dias (2002b), and was informed by the results…

Argues that the Interaction Account of language learning evokes a narrow view of computer assisted language learning (CALL), and that it does not differentiate sufficiently between the types of CALL now commonly practiced, particularly with regard to the distinctive characteristics of the modes available under the rubric of computer-mediated…

This volume gives language teachers, software designers, and researchers who wish to use technology in second or foreign language education the information they need to absorb what has been achieved so far and to make sense of it. It is designed to enable the kind of critical reading of a substantial literature that leads to a balanced and…

Reflects upon the nature of theory-driven computer assisted second language learning (CALL), particularly as it relates to the courseware development process. The study examines the implications for theory-driven CALL as well as the concept of "fit" between the theoretical framework or pedagogy and the computer's capabilities. The study addresses…

Explores the degree to which Nancy Ide's "Expert User's View" and "Holistic View" on teacher education in humanities education can be substantiated in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL). Finds that most CALL courses are geared toward the expert user. Presents a rationale for a CALL course with a holistic orientation.…

Explores the ways in which academic literature engages linear and nonlinear texts. Focuses on the future of the technology of the book and contrasts student experiences drawn from their insights into writing essays and constructing Web pages. Concludes that teachers and students must recognize that language learners are engaging with texts in new…

Argues that research in computer-assisted language learning (CALL) needs to give more attention to contextual factors that exert significant and profound effects on the introduction of technology into language learning. Three contextual factors are highlighted the rate of technological innovation and change; the uneven introduction of technology…

Cites significant publications in the field of computer-aided language learning (CALL), citing 133 general works, 41 on methodology and instructional design, 35 on multimedia, 12 on interface design, 27 on word processing and writing, 25 on concordancing, 18 on intelligent CALL, and 37 on computers in general education and the humanities. A list…