Importance Of Computer In Language Learning

What is CALL ? Computer-Assisted Language Learning ( CALL) is mainly a tool/aid that helps teachers to facilitate the language learning process by using the computers. Also, to show the importance of the computers in language teaching and learning . CALL defined by Levy as " The search for and study of applications of the computer in language teaching and learning " seminal work by Levy (1997: p. 1) UK . It also includes the use of interactive whiteboards, Computer-Mediated-Communication (CMC),language learning in virtual worlds and Mobile-Assisted Language learning (MALL) .

The use of (CALL ) puts a strong assurance on student-fixed materials which allow them to work and study on their own. So that they will acquire two features

The learner can spend more time on those topics that are causing difficulty . Information can be reviewed in any time and tasks can be repeated until the learner want to move to another topic in the process of learning.

“The learner feels in control, which usually enhances satisfaction levels with the learning process. Successful language learners assume responsibility for their own learning”

(Naiman et al., 1977). Also , it offers self-conscious language learner, many learners are shy in traditional classroom, not participating as much as they would like . Computers offer a form for the learners to avoid self-conscious. Motivation is an important factor in language learning (Gardner, 1983; Scarcella and Oxford, 1992; Okada et al., 1996). Motivation encourages greater learner effort and thus greater language performance (Clément et al., 1977; Samimy and Tabuse, 1991).

CALL program provide more information in the process of language learner by using “electronic dictionaries, more detailed and links to other sites “ . However it provides variety number of resources to make the language learning process more

It can be used by the students by watch the recorded video lectures for any specialization to help them in their language learning .Online learning plays a significant role in education this time to produce stronger student learning outcomes rather than face to face classroom. Coursera bring people together from all over the world, so the students and learners can benefit from others experiences , share knowledge and experiences with others. This will make classes more attractive and more meaningful by asking the students to join Coursera to improve their skills by use any of the courses which they are interested in and belong to their