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Virtual language learning: potential and practice

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 December 2008

Uschi Felix
Uschi Felix
Affiliation:
Monash University
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Abstract

How realistic is it to achieve good quality language learning and teaching using technology? This paper looks at the advantages and disadvantages of using CD-ROMs and Web-based materials in the quest for providing meaningful interactive language learning strategies to students. It will demonstrate that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, at least in terms of pedagogy, and that there is no need to reject technology despite difficulties and frustrations because the latest developments in technology, especially on the WWW, have significantly increased the potential for even more authentic interaction in the classroom. Illustrations from our Vietnamese course are included.

Type
Selected Papers
Information
ReCALL , Volume 10 , Issue 1 , May 1998 , pp. 53 - 58
Copyright
Copyright © European Association for Computer Assisted Language Learning 1998

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