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Ngu, Bing Hiong; Rethinasamy, Soubakeavathi – Computers and Education, 2006
This study assessed the effectiveness of using a CALL lesson (Computer Assisted Language Learning) over a conventional lesson to facilitate learning of English prepositions at Bario, Malaysia. CALL was developed by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia as support material to enhance learning of English prepositions. Both the conventional and the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, English
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Sims, Edward M. – Computers and Education, 2007
Lifelike, interactive digital characters, serving as mentors and role-playing actors, have been shown to significantly improve learner motivation and retention. However, the cost of modeling such characters, authoring and editing their interactions, and delivering them over limited-bandwidth connections can be prohibitive. This paper describes a…
Descriptors: Foreign Culture, Educational Technology, Military Personnel, Mentors