CALL

Vocabulary
Grammar
4 Skills
Three stages of vocabulary learning:
1. Noticing,
2. Retrieval
3. Generative use
 Repeated
production

Interactive CALL

Feedback
•Two main strategies of learning vocabulary:
• Incidental or implicit learning
• Explicit learning

Creative approach to motivate and engage students

Technology-based tools:
Lexipedia. http://www.lexipedia.com/

2. Snappy Words : https://www.snappywords.com/

3. Visuwords: https://visuwords.com/

4. Wordhippo: https://www.wordhippo.com/

5. Magoosh Vocab: https://gre.magoosh.com/flashcards/vocabulary

6. Free Rice: http://freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/5673

7. Word Walls : https://wordwall.net/

8. Padlet: https://padlet.com/

Apps:
1. Word of the Day
2. Exam Vocabulary Builder
3. WordUp
4. Anki
More…

• Busuu

• Memrise

• Englishpage.com (https://www.englishpage.com/)
Online Grammar Resources

• Learn Grammar Online. Let's start with the basics. ...

• British Council: Learn English Online. The British Council has helped
over 100 million people learn English in just 75 years. ...
• My English Pages. ...
• Quick and Dirty Tips' Grammar Girl. ...
• Purdue Writing Lab. ...
• Practice Grammar Online. ...
• EnglishClub. ...
• Grammar Bytes!
10 websites to Test and Practice your English Grammar
Online

• 1. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org
• British Council is known for providing a wealth of resources online.
• 2. https://britishenglishpage.com
• This site hosts Free online English lessons & ESL / EFL resources
• 3. https://www.englishgrammar.org/
• From beginners to advanced learners of English, this site caters to all.
• 4. https://www.englishclub.com/grammar/
• This site houses resources for grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, writing and many
other topics. Bookmark this site for future references.
• 5. https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/
• The most interesting thing here is the English Grammar Level quiz, give it a try.
• 6. https://www.examenglish.com/grammar/
• This website is for people studying for an English language exam. Here the pages contain free online
practice tests for the most important international ESL exams.
• 7. https://www.grammarly.com/blog/category/handbook/
• Find answers to all your writing conundrums with Grammarly’s simple guide to basic English grammar
rules.
• 8. https://www.ef.com/wwen/english-resources/english-grammar/
• These pages are a complete English grammar guide filled with the rules of English usage. Each
grammatical rule is explained in plain English with several examples, and when needed, counter-
examples.
• 9. https://www.usingenglish.com/
• Tests, quizzes, reference guides, practice activities, phrasal verb dictionary and more!
• 10. https://englishgrammarsecrets.com/
• a quick overview on English grammar with a lot of examples
More….
• Grammarly
• Duolingo
• Babbel
• English Grammar in Use
• Free websites & resources to learn about grammar
• A complete overview of the English grammar rules on Englisch Hilfen.
• Grammar explanations on Perfect English Grammar
• English grammar lessons on Grammar Bank
• Grammar explanations and exercises on ESL gold
• Complete Handbook of English Grammar on learngrammar.net
• Grammar explanations on Tiny Tefl Teacher
• Grammar explanations on englishclub.com
• Free websites and resources with English grammar
exercises
• A comprehensive library of English grammar exercises
on English Grammar
• Grammar exercises on Perfect English Grammar
• Grammar exercises on Grammar Bank
• English as a second language grammar quizzes
on englishclub.com
• YouTube English grammar courses and videos
• English Grammar from Khan Academy (Heylama’s top
recommendation)
• English Grammar course on Shaw English Online
• English Grammar Course For Beginners on Shaw
English Online
• All English tenses in 20 minutes from Englishclass101.com
• Advanced English Grammar B2-C1
• English grammar correction tools
• Check your spelling and grammar for free with
https://grammarly.com/‍
• Translate from your native language into English to compare
your version with the correct version on deepl.com
• Grammar.net
• Grammar.net is a free online English grammar reference
guide. It's also a comprehensive English grammar guide, with
many examples of sentences to help you understand how
they work.
• Grammar.net is a good website to learn grammar rules in
English because it has many exercises that you can do in
order to test yourself on the rules that you've learned, as well
as tips and tricks for improving your writing skills in general.
• Oxford Learner's Thesaurus
• Oxford Learner's Thesaurus is a great website for grammar
learning. It has a good interface, and it provides you with a
variety of words from which you can choose. It also gives
examples of how to use these words in sentences, which is
helpful when learning new vocabulary.
• The Oxford Learner's Thesaurus has an extensive collection of
synonyms, antonyms and pronunciation guides for over
400000 words!
• LearnEnglish.com (BBC)
• BBC is the best website for learning English grammar lessons. It has many
examples of how to use Perfect English grammar skills in different ways, and
it has a lot of exercises. The site is easy to understand, so you can learn new
things quickly.
• You can find useful information about common mistakes that people make
when speaking or writing English on this site as well!
• English Grammar Rules
• This website has a lot of information on English grammar explanations and
rules, and it's easy to navigate. The site also has a lot of examples so that
you can learn from them. It's a good place to start learning about English
grammar if you're still new to the language learning!
• Grammar Bytes! (For ESL Students)
• Grammar Bytes! is a website for ESL students who want to learn
grammar courses. It has many lessons, which are well-organized and
easy to navigate.
• The site also has a forum where you can ask questions, as well as
exercises that help you practice your new skills.
• Grammar Girl (With Audio)
• Grammar Girl (with audio) is a popular website for English grammar. It
has many lessons with audio and also has a podcast. The site is helpful
for ESL students because it uses simple language to explain difficult
concepts like participles and gerunds.
CALL TOOLS FOR
LISTENING AND
SPEAKING
Historical Context

• Listening and speaking skills are rarely employed in isolation, often used and therefore taught in
tandem.

• Oral/aural skills should be addressed simultaneously as an integrated skill.

• Recorded audio (casettes, tapes, mostly analogue)

• Digital classroom (PC, laptops, audiovisuality.)

• With the emergence of direct-method approach, we began to see aural/oral focus in FLE.
How do we listen?

• receptive (receiving what the speaker actually says)

• constructive (constructing and representing meaning)

• collaborative (negotiating meaning with the speaker and responding)

• transformative (creating meaning through involvement, imagination and empathy).

Benefits of using CALL for L&S
• Quick access to information about the sounds of words. (phonetics)

• Audiovisual material – variety, motivation and authentic linguistic and cultural context, diverse
accents. (podcasts, videos)

• To foster a better integration of in-class and out-of-class activities.

• Interactive multimedia resources for meaningful language activities (simulations, virtual AI-
enhanced conversations, interactive exercises).
Benefits of using CALL for L&S
• Online language exchanges can connect learners with native speakers (Real-time communication
tools, Skype, discord, chat platforms)

• Immediate feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary (speech recognition

technology).

• Flexible learning environments

CALL tools for L&S skills
• Duolingo – interactive stories for listening and speaking practice.

• Rosetta Stone – speech recognition technology with visaully integrated activities.

• VoiceThread – presentation tool for asynchronous discussons.

• Google Meet, Zoom – video conference tools for synchronous discussions.

• BBC Learning English – a vast resources of listening materials.

• Lyricstraining – learners listen to songs and fill in the missing lyrics.

Listening Websites with Interactive Lessons and Audio
Files

• 1. ESL Video • 9. Zapp! English

• 2. FluentU • 10. All Ears English

• 3. ELLLO • 11. Real English Conversations

• 4. EnglishClub • 12. Randall’s ESL Cyber Listening Lab

• 5. Easy World of English (EWE) • 13. StoryCorps

• 6. British Council Learning • 14. TED Talks

• 7. BBC Learning English • 15. ESLKidslab

• 8. VOA Learning English • 16. LyricsTraining

More…

• The Fable Cottage • VOA Learning English

• Storyline Online • Newsy

• ESL Fast • Wannalisn

• Movies Club

• Lyrics Gaps

• ESL Lounge

• Talk English

• Listen A Minute
• Mental Up! – This website offers a variety of interactive memory activities, including auditory memory games with numbers and words.

• Storyline Online – Listen to popular actors read your favorite children’s books. After the book is finished, ask your child questions about the
story to assess their listening comprehension.

• San Francisco Symphony Kids – Use the Music Lab to help your child learn musical terms such as “tempo” and “rhythm” and also let them
listen to a variety of instruments.

• Angel Sound – Download this free website and engage your child in a variety of activities that focus on listening in noise.

• Pacific Digital Video – Help your child identify a wide range of sound effects, including nature sounds, sounds around the house and more.

• Boggle’s World – This website features a variety of language games, including several that target role-playing and the language needed to
navigate these scenarios successfully.

• My Play Home – This app allows children to move people and objects throughout an interactive dollhouse, complete with sound effects.
Use it to work on vocabulary, following directions and identifying environmental sounds.
CALL & «Reading»
 3. Advantages of CALL in Teaching Reading
a. Engagement and Interactivity:
• Offers interactive reading activities, engages learners through
multimedia elements, interactive exercises, and simulations.

• This interactivity captures the attention of students and promotes

active participation in the learning process.
 Cont.

b. Authentic Texts and Diverse Content:

• Web-based resources provide access to authentic materials, such

as e-books, online articles, and digital newspapers.

• Exposure to diverse content allows students to encounter real-

world language usage and various writing styles, enhancing their
comprehension skills.
 Cont.

c. Vocabulary Development:

• Facilitates vocabulary building through interactive games,

contextual exercises, and instant word lookup features.

• Learners can strengthen their lexical knowledge within the

context of the readings.
 Cont.

d. Personalization and Differentiation:

• Enables educators to tailor reading materials to individual student

needs,

• Personalized learning tools can adapt content based on proficiency

levels, allowing for differentiation to accommodate learners with
varying abilities.
 Cont.

e. Collaborative Learning:

• CALL supports collaborative reading experiences,

• Fosters discussions and group activities through online forums,

discussion boards, and collaborative annotation tools,

• This collaborative approach not only enhances comprehension but

also promotes communication skills.
 Cont.

f. Feedback and Assessment:

• Online quizzes, assessments, and instant feedback mechanisms

assist educators in evaluating reading comprehension,

• Feedback enables learners to identify areas for improvement and

enhances their self-assessment skills.
 4. Implementation Strategies

a. Online Reading Platforms:

• E-books and Audiobooks: e-books and audiobooks into your
curriculum to expose students to authentic texts and improve
comprehension.

• Kindle or eReader Apps: e-reader apps that offer features like

dictionary look-up and annotations for an interactive reading experience.
 Cont.

b. Interactive Reading Activities:

• Interactive Websites: Interactive reading activities, such as

comprehension quizzes, vocabulary exercises, and discussions.

• Reading Apps: Interactive elements like highlighting, note-taking, and

multimedia support during reading.

 Cont.

c. Digital Newspapers and Magazines:

• Online Articles: Articles from reputable online newspapers and magazines

to enhance reading skills and keep students updated on current events.

• News Apps: The use of news apps that provide customizable news feeds

based on individual interests.

 Cont.

d. Vocabulary Building:

• Word Games: Incorporate vocabulary-building games and apps that focus

on context and usage within sentences.

• Dictionary Apps: The use of digital dictionaries and translation apps for

instant word lookup.

 Cont.

e. Collaborative Reading:

• Book Clubs or Discussion Forums: On-line book clubs or discussion forums

where students can discuss assigned readings and share insights.

• Collaborative Annotation Tools: Platforms that allow collaborative annotation

of texts, enabling students to comment and discuss specific passages.

 Cont.

f. Fluency Practice:

• Read-Aloud Apps: Provide models of fluent reading, allowing students to

listen to and mimic proper pronunciation and intonation.

• Speech Recognition Tools: Speech recognition tools for pronunciation

practice and feedback.

 Cont.

g. Customizable Reading Lists:

• Personalized Learning Platforms: Allow you to create personalized reading lists

tailored to individual students' interests and proficiency levels.

• Reading Apps with Progress Tracking: Apps that track reading progress,

offering insights into the time spent on each text and comprehension improvement.
 Cont.

h. Language Learning Games:

• Story-based Games: Language learning games that involve storytelling,

encouraging students to read and understand narratives.

• Quiz Games: Test comprehension and reinforce vocabulary and grammar

skills.
 Cont.

i. Digital Storytelling:
• Digital Story Creation Tools: Allow students to create their digital stories,
promoting creativity and comprehension.

• Podcasting Platforms: Have students create podcasts summarizing or

discussing the content they've read.
 5. Applications for Reading

1. Epic! - Kids' Books and Videos 8. Actively Learn

2. Raz-Kids 9. ReadWorks

3. Quizzizz 10. Quillionz

4. Newsela 11. Book Creator

5. CommonLit 12. Loom

6. Flipgrid 13. Mango Languages

7. Storyboard That
 6. Conclusion

• The integration of CALL platforms for the development of reading stands as

a transformative and indispensable approach.

• CALL provide access to authentic materials, foster individualized learning

experiences, and create engaging, interactive environments.

• Offer educators a numerous tools to adapt reading materials.

• CALL not only enhances the reading proficiency of language learners but
also prepares them for the digital demands of the 21st century.
Teaching Writing
Through CALL
practices
Developing Writing with CALL practices

● Writing is an essential skill in academic development.

● Pen-Paper to digital composition
● Teachers are expected to be well-informed about:
1. how digital technology has been used in writing
2. how the use of technology support the development of writing skills
3. the barriers while implementing technology-mediated writing (Williams & Beam, 2019, p.
228).
● Countless of websites and applications
Applications and Websites to be used
 Padlet

● Free and multimedia-friendly

wall
● Encourages real–time, whole-
class participation
● Suitable for collaborative
activities
● Blogs
● Q&A activities
Grammarly

● Grammar checker
● Spelling, punctuation, spacing,
capitalization.
● Automated written corrective feedback
(AWCF)
● Upload the document
● Download the application
● Clarifying suggestions as well
● Choose the audiences and etc.
AI Tools in Writing

● AI can be used in writing activities.

● It may assist learners
● It may make suggestions
● ChatGPT and Bard
● Correct prompt
Wordtune (Zhao, 2023)

● Wordtune is an AI-powered digital writing assistant designed to enhance written content by

suggesting rewrites for highlighted text.
● The technology employs machine learning, specifically Natural Language Processing, to
understand and generate natural text based on extensive datasets.
● It does not extract content from online sources but instead relies on learned patterns to
offer rewrite options.
● Wordtune provides users with real-time rewrite options, facilitating cognitive connections
between their thoughts and writing processes..
Wordtune

● Translation
feature
● Rewrite and
paraphrase
options

A screenshot from the app (Zhao,

2023)