Pedagogical concerns for classroom practice. By: Andrea Naranjo

1. The computer in the classroom have matured and most teachers see the computer as a complementary tool, not as an alternative.

2. It's necessary to assess the role of computer and computer software within the current model of classroom practice.

3. Software objectives

3.1. An effective CALL environment perhaps needs to offer different interfaces or combinations uf interfaces to accommodate different learning styles as appropriate tu different skills.

3.2. One way to do this on a more individual level is for teachers to brainstorm with learners what they think they need to acquire in terms of language.

3.3. This serves as a starting point for deciding the categories and sub-categories in which they may wish to have CALL interaction and can be used to make decisions on what kinds of CALI., software programs to include in a classroom

4. Making better use of existing materials

4.1. Through reflection, learners begin to examine learning materials and their strategies for approaching them.

4.2. When a CALL, program is not suitable, learners and teachers might need to examine ways in which it can be adapted.

4.3. it might involve learner drawing up a set of questions that will guide another user on how to use the program. The creation this customized user manuals is beneficial to Future learners

5. The effectiveness depends upon the environment at the computer, the model of instruction for the software, the learning and working styles of the participants.

6. Establishing an environment where call may take place

6.1. For collaboration at the computer to be successful, a supportive environmentt needs to be established.

6.2. Individual laptop ownership and wireless networks have made many schoocs completely flexible learning environments where students are free to study anywhere.

6.3. If computer access is restricted, either in terms of time (e.g. 15 minutes at the end of a class) or space (e.g. please find the teacher with the key) then CALL program is discouraged.