This helps phonetic instruction and pronunciation training. For example, pronunciation training needs constant feedback and repetition. The learner often feels embarrassed before a teacher and frustrated after repeated failure. With a computer as a backfeeder, the anxiety is greatly reduced. Although this technology is still in its infancy and the reliability of recognition needs improvement, we can expect that in the near future our students can really talk to, and with, the computer in target language.
Image features Graphics.
Graphics have their role in showing simple maps and objects. Using authorwares like Actions II, animation becomes a easy task for the designer. It certainly contributes to the high motivation of the software. Sometimes it serves better than real life pictures because of its cartoon nature. With certain topics, it pays a decisive role.