Attempts to incorporate computer technology into language instruction have been made since the invention of the first computers. “Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL), and Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC) are all overlapping fields of study that share a focus on using technology as an assistive tool or mediator to enhance the teaching and learning of a second or foreign language” (Chang & Hung, 2019). But apart from these in 2004, because of the AI development, another field started in a small number of Asian countries known as RALL (Robot-Assisted Language Learning). “Robots have since proven to be an effective tool for motivating children to learn in foreign language learning contexts where it is often difficult to find native-speaking teachers of the target language” (Cheryl, 1918). But despite the computer assisted language learning there are numerous of apps, platforms and websites that one can use to make learning a foreign language fun. Below you can see a small list of them. The videos to the right go over a number of technology tools to use with your foreign language classroom and also discuss when is the best age to learn a foreign language.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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\nKessler, G. (2018). Technology and the future of language teaching. Foreign Language Annals 51(1), 205\u2013218. University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Retrieved from from ResearchGate<\/a>.
\nMei-Mei Chang, & Hsiu-Ting Hung. (2019). Effects of Technology-Enhanced Language Learning on Second Language Acquisition: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Educational Technology & Society, 22(4), 1\u201317. Retrieved from JSTOR<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>