This presentation demonstrates how to use streaming audio computer programs to strengthen listening skills, increase sociolinguistic awareness, and encourage independent learning. The presentation describes the benefits of using streaming audio, demonstrates streaming audio in a networked ESL classroom, and discusses current plans to research this technology. Linux is an alternative computer operating system that has recently achieved widespread recognition because of its reliability, flexibility, and low cost. The presenters cover how to get Linux cheaply, ways to use Linux for providing Internet services, and developing and porting educational software to the platform. The presenters will discuss their experiences with teacher training and support, and how they have overcome problems to establish a well-used CALL facility at their institution.
Tools used include a thematic grid, attendance, class forum, posted syllabi, and a grading book.
The tools were used to streamline communications between faculty and students. The speaker presents a review of over forty published computer programs for language learning, focusing on the interactional sequences within them. Within the interactional sequences, he identifies types of material presentations, prompts, learner responses, and feedback. The presenter begins by introducing the rationale for using the Internet in project work in the ESP classroom. The presenter discusses the outcomes and setbacks of the approach.