Pedagogical Concerns about Classroom Practice
by Gabriela Mejia
1. Making better use of existing materials
1.1. For users to get a ultimate learning process, they need to make a deep reflection upon the learning.
1.2. The stages of learning. In the last 3 learners develop a holistic view of what is learned.
1.2.1. Notice
1.2.2. Make sense
1.2.3. Make meaning and work with meaning
1.3. When a CALL program is not suitable
1.3.1. Learners can set a bank of frequent questions to guide another user on how to use the program.
1.4. In fact, those who prepare the course material may learn much more than those who receive it.
1.5. Other possible activities
1.5.1. Add layers of tasks to materials
1.5.2. Learners create a treasure hunt for key words.
1.5.3. Create a glossary with concepts
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3. Software Objectives
3.1. What makes a CALL environment successful is the combination of interfaces.
3.2. An initial level of categories includes basic skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
3.3. Sub-categories might include micro-skills and vocabulary related to local and individual needs.
3.4. Include an overview of the curricular objectives to indicate how learners should progress through levels of language learning
3.4.1. Included
3.4.2. Included
3.4.3. Excluded
4. Establishing an environment where CALL may take place
4.1. It is essential for a Call environment to have
4.1.1. Wireless Connection and Personal Computers for each student.
4.1.2. However most schools follow the traditional computer classroom model, in which students cannot discuss because they have to be quiet.
4.2. Another issue is the restriction of the time. Students can use the computer just for 15 or 20 minutes.
4.2.1. For this learning is discouraged