This is the first phase of CALL appear, and will be implemented in the next year
This year is the time where CALL can be implemented
PLATO was one of the most sophisticated CALL tutoring systems developed for the mainframe computers used at this phase. This system included vocabulary drills, brief grammar explanations and drills, and translations tests at various intervals.
The second phase of CALL was based on the communicative approach to teaching which became prominent in the 1970s and 80s. Several types of CALL programs were developed and used during this phase. First, there were a variety of programs to provide skill practice, but in a non-drill format. Second, CALL as communicative activities involves the computer as stimulus. In this case, the purpose of the CALL activity is not so much to have students discover the right answer, but rather to stimulate students' discussion, writing, or critical thinking. Third, involves the computer as tool. In this role, the programs do not necessarily provide any language material at all, but rather empower the learner to use or understand language.
The Internet provides opportunities galore, and can be used for a variety of things. Some of the things that you can do via the Internet are: E-mail: E-mail is an online correspondence system. With e-mail you can send and receive instant electronic messages, which works like writing letters. Your messages are delivered instantly to people anywhere in the world, unlike traditional mail that takes a lot of time. Access Information: The Internet is a virtual treasure trove of information. Any kind of information on any topic under the sun is available on the Internet. The ‘search engines’ on the Internet can help you to find data on any subject that you need. Online Chat: There are many ‘chat rooms’ on the web that can be accessed to meet new people, make new friends, as well as to stay in touch with old friends.
Integrative approaches to CALL are based on two important technological developments of the last decade - multimedia computers and the Internet.
Multimedia technology allows a variety of media (text, graphics, sound, animation, and video) to be accessed on a single machine. What makes multimedia even more powerful is that it also entails hypermedia. That means that the multimedia resources are all linked together and that learners can navigate their own path simply by pointing and clicking a mouse.
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