1. It's not boring
CALL takes away from the monotonous classical classroom which can be very dreary at times. ALL programmers can provide student ways to learn English through computer games, animated graphics, and problem-solving techniques which can make drills more interesting (Ravichandran 2000).
2. Individual learning
CALL allows students to acquire knowledge at their own pace. They can decide on their own which skills to develop and which course to use.
3. A compatible learning style
Different students have different styles of learning. An incompatible style for students will cause serious conflicts to them. The computer can provide an exciting “fast” drill for one student and “slow” for another.
4. Optimal use of learning time
The flexible learning time will enable students to choose appropriate time for their learning. Learners are given a chance to study and review the materials as many times they want without limited time.
5. Error analysis
Computer database can be used by teacher to classify and differentiate the type of general error and error on account of the influence of the first language. A computer can analyze the specific mistakes that students made and can react in different way from the usual teacher, which make students able to make self-correction and understand the principle behind the correct solution. (Ravichandran, 2007)
So before casting some doubts on CALL, learn its advantages and see whether it can advantage you.
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