A Review of the Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) on Teaching and Learning Writing

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https://doi.org/10.54855/ictep.12

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CALL, writing, teaching and learning

Abstract

Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) has been a heated topic for years as this theme consists of positive impact on pedagogy. In the field of teaching and learning writing, researchers with a wide range of studies figured that CALL provides both lecturers and students opportunities for enhancing self-confidence, fluency, and accuracy. Most scholars have indicated that the positive effects of CALL in writing appeared clearly. By reviewing sixteen articles related to the topic, the writers revealed the effectiveness of CALL in the context of teaching and learning writing both inside and outside the classroom. Additionally, the challenges of utilizing CALL for writing subjects are also provided a spotlight. The study also mentions the common similar limitations that reviewed articles comprise, hence, the suggestion for further research will follow.

Author Biographies

Lai Van Du, Dong Nai University of Technology

Lai Van Du is working as an engineering manager at the Long Binh Branch of Olam Viet Nam LTD. Du has been working with foreign companies for over ten years. Du is interested in researching the English learning process. Du has a Master's degree in English studies.

Do Thi Ngoc Mai, Dong Nai University of Technology

Do Thi Ngoc Mai is working as a staff in the International Affairs Office at Dong Nai Technology University and as an English teacher simultaneously, Mai is interested in researching the English learning process of young age learners. Mai has Master's degree in English studies.

Le Minh Trung, Dong Nai University of Technology

Trung M. Le holds a Master's degree in English studies from the Dong Nai University of Technology. He has given classes on English skills for various ages from children to adults for ten years. The topic of utilizing technology in instructing languages interests him particularly.

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21-09-2022

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Lai, V. D., Do, T. N. M., & Le, M. T. (2022). A Review of the Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) on Teaching and Learning Writing. ICTE Conference Proceedings, 1, 11–28. https://doi.org/10.54855/ictep.12

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