New Trends in ICTs and Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL)

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Author(s): Bolanle A. Olaniran (Texas Tech University, USA)
Copyright: 2011
Pages: 14
Source title: Human Development and Global Advancements through Information Communication Technologies: New Initiatives
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Susheel Chhabra (Periyar Management and Computer College, India)and Hakikur Rahman (Ansted University Sustainability Research Institute, Malaysia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-60960-497-4.ch012

Keywords: Human Aspects of Technology / Information Science Reference / Knowledge Society / Social Sciences & Humanities

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This chapter explores information communication technologies (ICTs) (e.g., computer-mediated communication) and the implications for use in language learning and second language learning (L2). Further, the chapter presents culture and new trends in ICTs for L2 learning. Specific modality, challenges, and issues for future considerations in L2 learning are discussed. The chapter argues for the need to understand culture and contextual appropriateness of L2 learning in ICT environments. Finally the chapter contends that ICTs are best relegated as a supplemental role or tools, rather than as an outright substitute for traditional L2 learning and curricula.

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