Computers for Language Teaching Classes 2012-2013
Greg Kessler

Computers in Language Teaching I (LING 4510/5510) Distributed Learning Courseware I (LING 4150/5150)
Computers in Language Teaching III (LING 4530/5530) Distributed Learning Courseware II (LING 4160/5160)

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Winter
LING 4510/5510 Computers in Language Teaching I
This first class of the CALL Series is the required class for all master's linguistics students. This class provides background on the history of CALL as well as current trends in the field. Students will explore a variety of theoretical and practical topics related to CALL. They will also learn to create, edit and distribute instructional materials.

Spring
LING 4520/5520 Computers in Language Teaching I
This second class of the series focuses on more advanced materials development and theory. Students have the opportunity to explore theory and/or advanced design in more detailed and thorough projects. Students in this class undertake a small research project or authentic teaching experience in order to apply the concepts of CALL. The instructor will provide extensive support to encourage these activities. 

Summer
LING 4150/5150 Distributed Learning Courseware 1 Summer 1 12:10-2PM
First course in a sequence designed to provide training in developing instructional courseware. Investigation into language teaching related use of media, focusing on media integration and portability. Video, audio and multimedia, including audio and video recording, editing, integration into web pages, animations and other means of distribution, including synchronous and asynchronous audio, video-conferencing, streaming and experimentation with audio and video related portable devices. Texts as provided

LING 4160/5160 Distributed Learning Courseware II Summer 1 3:10-5 PM
Second course in a sequence designed to provide training in developing instructional courseware. Investigation into language teaching related interactive technologies targeting each of the various language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar. Each of these skills will be addressed through use of CMC such as weblogs, chat, virtual audio boards, textual discussion boards, as well as web-based materials, course management systems, video-conferencing, telephony, portable devices and other related technologies as appropriate. Texts as provided