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Development of the mainframe computer
The development of the mainframe computer and programs located in several universities allowed to students to access to terminals -
PLATO system
PLATO (Programmed Logic for Automated Teaching Operations) was introduced at the University of Illinois for the teaching of a Russian reading course based upon the grammar-translation method. -
Communicative CALL
With the arrival of the PC, there was a development of software for language learning, which provided skill practice but not in a drill format, for example asking for directions to a place. -
Integrative/Explorative CALL
With the development of multimedia technology , it allowed CALL to extend education beyond the classroom.
Multimedia CALL started with interactive laser videodiscs, all of which were simulations where the learner played a key role. These programs were then transferred to CD-ROMs. -
Web-based CALL
In 1992 the World Wide Web, but reached the general public until 1993. The use of CD-ROMs and the web were integrated, which allowed CALL to be more effective.