Attitudes of English language learners towards computer assisted language learning in Karachi

Research Paper (undergraduate) , 2014 , 44 Pages

Didactics for the subject English - Pedagogy, Literature Studies

This study is primarily concerned with the students’ attitudes towards computer-assisted language learning. Its main purpose is to investigate what the students’ attitudes are towards computer-assisted language learning (CALL) in different higher secondary schools and colleges where English language is being taught in addition to the courses of English included in the prescribed syllabus. The study has been carried out in different schools in Karachi where English language is being taught in addition to their prescribed syllabus of general studies. The participants are students from different educational settings. The main topics discussed are the attitudes of students towards Computer-Assisted Language Learning. Both negative as well as positive attitudes of the students have been discussed in this this study.

Finally, factors affecting students’ attitudes and the relationships among computer-assisted learning, computer-assisted language learning and foreign language learning are also explored within the scope of the study. The findings demonstrate that most of the students have positive attitudes towards computer-assisted learning, computer assisted language learning and foreign language learning. Moreover, students’ attitudes towards computer assisted language learning, and foreign language learning are, indeed, interrelated.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Abstract
• Chapter 1: Introduction
• 1.1. Background of the Study
• 1.2. Statement of the Problem
• 1.3. Objectives of the Study
• 1.4. Significance of the Study
• 1.5. Scope of the Study
• 1.6. Delimitations of the Study
• 1.7. Definition of Terms
• Chapter 2: Literature Review
• 2.1. Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
• 2.2. Benefits of CALL
• 2.3. Challenges of CALL
• 2.4. Factors Affecting Students' Attitudes towards CALL
• Chapter 3: Research Methodology
• 3.1. Research Design
• 3.2. Population and Sample
• 3.3. Sampling Technique
• 3.4. Data Collection Instruments
• 3.5. Data Analysis
• Chapter 4: Data Analysis and Interpretation
• 4.1. Students' Attitudes towards CALL
• 4.2. Factors Affecting Students' Attitudes towards CALL
• 4.3. Relationship between CALL and Foreign Language Learning
• Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendations

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study investigates the attitudes of English language learners towards computer-assisted language learning (CALL) in intermediate classes in Karachi, Pakistan. The study aims to understand the factors influencing these attitudes and explore the relationship between CALL and foreign language learning.

• The role of technology in English language teaching and learning
• Students' attitudes towards computer-assisted language learning
• Factors affecting students' attitudes towards CALL, such as access, training, and perceived effectiveness
• The relationship between CALL and foreign language learning outcomes
• The implications of this study for CALL implementation in English language classrooms.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter 1 introduces the study, outlining its background, problem statement, objectives, significance, scope, delimitations, and definitions of key terms. Chapter 2 reviews relevant literature on CALL, highlighting its benefits, challenges, and factors influencing students' attitudes towards it. Chapter 3 describes the research methodology, including the research design, population and sample, sampling technique, data collection instruments, and data analysis methods. Chapter 4 presents the data analysis and interpretation, focusing on students' attitudes towards CALL, factors influencing these attitudes, and the relationship between CALL and foreign language learning.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on the following key terms and concepts: attitudes, CALL, English Language Teaching, technology, Computer-assisted Language learning, foreign language learning, attitude, motivation.

• College: National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad
• Author: Sajjad Hussain (Author)
• Publication Year: 2014
• Pages: 44
• Catalog Number: V351864
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668384965
• ISBN (Book): 9783668384972
• Language: English
• Tags: attitudes, english, karachi