CALL and Language Skills

      Computer-Assisted Language Learning is defined as "the search for and study of applications of the computer in language teaching and learning." (Levy, 1997). The main aim of CALL is the use of computer technologies that promote educational learning.The use of CALL software such as Windows Messenger, E-mail, the Internet, and other software can be integrated using effective pedagogy to create a powerful language learning programmed. Several studies have shown that CALL has positive effect on language learning. It easily assists and stimulates second language learners in all four skills of listening, speaking, writing and reading .CALL provided a self-paced and motivating language-learning environment in which the students worked with high level of interest.

      The CALL approach assisted students more in developing grammar. There is a number of website which presented grammar activities. The teacher can used online activities to practice which was taught. One of the website that teacher can used in classroom is English4u . This website is a completely free site for learning English specially made for ESL / EFL students in their first years of study. It especially contains the most important English grammar explanations combined with lots of exercises. It also includes information and exercises about countries and cities, some crosswords, irregular verbs and vocabulary exercises, texts and quizzes. It is an online learning website with more than 300 exercises. All activities can be done online and checked directly by clicking the check button on the bottom of each page. For instance: the teacher explains the conditional clauses to the student. Then he/she asks student to open English4u to do exercises to practice the conditional clauses.

Here are some other websites can be used to learn and practice grammar:

• EnglishGrammar.org  is a super useful website for both beginners and advanced learners. You will find the answer for nearly all the questions you can have about English grammar, like Punctuation, Conjunctions, Business Writing, Adjectives, Verbs, and many others.
•  Road to Grammar is an outstanding website with plenty of English grammar activities for various types of language learners seeking to learn English in an efficient and fun manner.
•    Perfect English Grammar is an exceptionally useful and comprehensive resource for language teachers and learners looking for quick, intuitive and easy to use grammar activities.
•   Grammar Quizzes is a non-for-profit, educational website primarily aimed at eager students looking for exceptional resources for understanding, learning and practicing grammar with a wide variety of exercises and practical grammar tips.
•   Grammarly Handbook is an amazing resource to learn English grammar with many examples.