Enhance Language Skills with Self-Access Computer Assisted Learning
The Self-Access Center offers resources to concentrate on specific language skills at your own pace while lowering the affective filter. Equip yourself with computers, cassette recorders, books, and various practice materials. Access an array of CALL software, grammar and vocabulary programs, and language exercises available online. Utilize video and audio tools to record your progress and view instructional materials. For more information and additional resources, explore our recommended websites tailored for English language learners.
Enhance Language Skills with Self-Access Computer Assisted Learning
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Self Access Center Concentrate on specific skills Self-paced Lower affective filter Should have: Computers Cassette recorders Books and other materials for practice Research materials
CALL: COMPUTER ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING • Many kinds of computer based software available with textbooks • Many internet sites with language exercises • Grammar –based programs • Vocabulary-based programs • Video games
VIDEO AND AUDIO • Provide opportunity for students to record themselves • Provide opportunity to view video for additional language • Equipment: • Internet • Cell phones • Digital cameras • Cassette recorders • Reading and reference materials
WEBSITES • http://www.csun.edu/~hcedu013/eslplans.html • http://eslus.com/esl/resource.htm • http://www.catesol.org/resource.html • http://www.alri.org/litlist/esolwebsites.html