Tips for teaching with CALL : practical approaches to computer-assisted language learning
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Tips for teaching with CALL : practical approaches to computer-assisted language learning
(Tips for teaching / series editor, H. Douglas Brown)
Pearson Education, c2008
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Bibliography: p. 215-222
Includes indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Tips for Teaching with CALL: Practical Approaches to Computer-Assisted Language Learning, introduces English language teachers to computer-assisted language learning, or CALL. This practical reference book links specific techniques for using CALL with contemporary CALL research. The book and companion CD-ROM clearly demonstrate why and how to use CALL to teach vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking, communication skills, and content-based language.
Features of the Book:
Color screenshots of authentic CALL software, along with descriptions, level information, and notes, illustrate more than 100 real examples
Concrete tips at the beginning of each chapter help teachers get students working productively with electronic texts
What the research says and What the teacher can do sections link pedagogical research with classroom techniques
Specific topics covered in different chapters includeVocabulary, Grammar, Reading, Writing,Listening, Speaking, Communication Skills, and Content-Based Language
Focus questions at the end of each chapter guide teachers in selecting appropriate CALL activities for their students' needs
Features of the CD-ROM:
Interactive video clips show application of tips from each chapter
Demonstration tips show students using authentic CALL software
Simulation tips guide teachers through using authentic CALL programs
System Requirements:
Windows(R) 2000/XP/Vista or Mac OSX (10.3 or higher)
Microsoft Internet Explorer(R) 6.x, SafariTM 1.x, Firefox(R) 1.x, Mozilla(R) 1.x, NetscapeTM 7.x or later
256 MB RAM minimum (512+ MB recommended)
500 MB available hard drive space
Monitor resolution of 1024 x 768 or higher
Sound card and speakers*CD-ROM drive (10x or faster)
Adobe(R) Flash(R) 8 plug-in or higher (Note: If your computer does not have this plug-in, and Internet connection is required for installation.)
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION: What is CALL?
CHAPTER 1: Vocabulary
CHAPTER 2: Grammar
CHAPTER 3: Reading
CHAPTER 4: Writing
CHAPTER 5: Listening
CHAPTER 6: Speaking
CHAPTER 7: Communication Skills
CHAPTER 8: Content-Based Language
CONCLUSION: After Class
Bibliography
Name Index
Subject Index
by "Nielsen BookData"