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Early Beginnings
early CALL foundations are traced back on the 60´s witch computers and their potential apps, this was experimental and focused on basic programming and data processing. -
70´s
CALL term emerges and is mainly focused on grammar, voc and repetive excercises with immidete feedback. Journey began with room-sized mainframe computers however due the nature of mainframes, access was limited -
Microcomputers and Softwere
Introduction of personal computers and microcomputers. Brought a wider audience and softwere became sophisticated with interactive exercises, simulations and learning games -
Multimedia and CD-ROMs
Programs started incorporating audio, images, video, and graphics. CD-ROMs allowed more extensive and interactive language learning programs (softwere like Rosetta Stone used multimedia to create immersive learning experince) -
Internet and Online Learning
On this year internet rise and CALL expanded software to include web-based resources and platforms. Also Web 2.0 technologies facilitated the development of interactive and collaborative tools (website, forums, blogs) -
Mobile Learning and Apps (2010s-Present)
smartphones and tablets led to the development of mobile apps for language learning, enabling online learning, virtual classrooms, and language exchange platforms. (Duolingo, Babbel, Memrise)
Recent advancements in AI and machine learning tools and chatbots are revolutionizing the field, offering personalized learning experiences. -
Future of CALL
Emerging technologies such as virtual reality, and augmented reality, are beginning and will continue to influence CALL. Offering improved conversational agents and context-aware feedback systems.
The field is dynamic, with ongoing innovations enhancing the ways in which language learners engage with and acquire new languages.