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1Computer-assisted language learning
This article discusses the myth, or issue of the computer taking over the teacher’s job. It then went on to propose how teachers can use computer program as an aid, instead of programs to replace their job. Popular myths were observed about online learning from three perspectives. Older students may have issues of technical problems which affect their learning, while younger students may simply not have skills. Training for teachers and students would be essential. The study is ongoing.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-assisted_language_learning
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2COMPUTER-ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING
. This website was more of a reference for language educators interested in using the computer. This website provides links to various computer assisted instructional activities
http://www.rong-chang.com/call.htm
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3Computer-Assisted Instruction and Writing
This brief provides an overview of computer-assisted instruction and looks at how writing software can help students with developing ideas, organizing, outlining, brainstorming, and minimizing the physical effort spent on writing so that students can pay attention to organization and This article addresses how computer software can help students with writing skills. It gave resources and discussed how computer assisted instruction can be implemented into the classroom setting. The article discussed the benefits CALL has by addressing the following in the classroom. It also allows students to be motivated by the attractive sound and visual effects, they can work at their own pace, they can work independently or with a partner or groups to solve problems, they provide immediate feedback, and more. With regards to writing, it provided more of organization and content rather than the skill of handwriting. It helps students with disabilities, as well as the range of academic learners such as gifted, at risk, or average.
http://www.readingrockets.org/article/22028/
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4Cognitive Style and Cross Cultural Differences in Internet Use and Computer Attitudes
This article notes that there are individual differences cross culturally as well as cognitive learning styles among individuals. Some believe there are cross-national differences in cognitive style and that it could affect attitudes towards using the internet for learning. The overall attitude is that learning should be taught and is learned through individual’s unique learning styles and computer instruction should be an aid not the overall educational tool.
http://www.eurodl.org/?article=120
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5The influence of computer-assisted instruction on students' conceptual understanding of chemical bonding and attitude toward che
This study was about students that were involved in an experimental group and a control group. “CBAT and CAS instruments were administered in the form of a pre-test and post-test. Analyses of scores of the two groups in the post-test were compared and a statistically significant difference was found between groups in favor of experimental group. It also seems students from the experimental group were more successful than the control group students in remediation of alternative conceptions. The results of this study suggest that teaching-learning of topics in chemistry related to chemical bonding can be improved by the use of computer-assisted teaching materials.”
http://dl.acm.org/citation.cfm?id=1371431