Summary of 1st assignment

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Call is the acronym for computer-assisted language learning. According to computer use, we can mention tutor and tool. For example; online grammar exercise would represent tutor uses. However, web search engine like Google would represent tool uses as it does not have a teaching function.
In the past these distinctions were misunderstood because tool uses dominate now, tutorial call was seen old-fashioned, but it is best way to use both.
Acronyms and attitudes
This field was developed by the practitioners who want to promote their own view and philosophies. Call- computer-assisted language learning, Cell- computer-enhanced language learning, Tell- technology-enhanced language learning, Tall- technology-assisted language learning, Cali- computer-assisted language instruction.
Call history began in the 1960s but it was not common until the spread of the microcomputer into educational settings in the early 1980s. Early programs were written by Apple II, IBM PC and BBC computers. Commercial programs were also available but they were quite expensive. At this time traditional language labs have changed into computer labs for language learning
In the late 1980s, using computer as a tool has developed; teachers used techniques such as email, word processors for writing classes. Also it was observed that participating in the projects related with technology increased the motivation of students.
Two major changes happened in the mid-1990s. One of them was commercial multimedia for language learning as CD-ROMs and the other one was the development of the worldwide web.
The Scope of Call
For individuals engaged in Call, there can be two types of roles: institutional and functional. Institutional roles include classroom teachers, both pre- and in-service, specialists of various kinds, and professionals. Functional roles include practitioners, developers, researchers and trainers.
Communities of practice
Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or passion for something they do and learn how to do it better as they interact regularly.
1) The domain: A community of practice has an identity defined by a shared domain of interest.
2) The community: Members of the community share their ideas, help each other and interact so that they build a relationship that enable them to learn from each other.
3) The practice: Members of community of practice are practitioners. They develop a set of stories and cases that become a shared repertoire for their practice.

Where does the concept come from?

The origin and primary use of the concept has been in learning theory. The term community of practice refers to the community that acts as a living curriculum to the apprentice

Where is the concept being applied?
Organizations
Government
Education
Associations
Social sector
International development
The web