The 2009 CALL software review explores the pedagogical and technical features of four popular ESL interactive learning solutions. The review is conducted in an academic setting, eliciting direct feedback from learners and instructors. Applications are installed on separate computers “Skill Stations” in a language lab equipped with 20 networked Windows computers. A survey is conducted at the end of the review period to assess how students interacted with the various applications and measure educational gains.
Software Applications:
1- WhiteSmoke- General Writing by WhiteSmoke Inc.
2- Lessons For Life- Practical English Grammar Set by Lessons For Life
3- WordSmart- Accelerated Reading and Comprehension Program by WordSmart Corporation
4- Tell me More- Premium by Auralog
{April 29, 2009}
2009 CALL software review-Introduction