Computer Assisted Language Learning Software: The Effect of Integrating Computer Assisted Pronunciation Training on Kenyan English Phonetics Class at the University Level
Computer Assisted Language Learning Software: The Effect of Integrating Computer Assisted Pronunciation Training on Kenyan English Phonetics Class at the University Level
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计算机辅助语言学习软件：计算机辅助发音训练在大学肯尼亚英语语音课堂上的应用效果
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2016
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M. Muindi
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N. Ong’onda;M. Muindi
本文旨在探讨在大学阶段引入计算机辅助语言学习（CALL）软件是否会导致英语语音学习者的语音发展。本研究采用准实验干预设计，由控制组和实验组组成。两组40名学生谁都是学习英语，成为英语教师在肯尼亚山大学语言系参加了这项研究。对照组采用传统的语音训练方法，实验组采用计算机辅助语音训练（CAPT）。研究结果表明，在EFL设置，接触目标语言是相当罕见的，软件程序可以完美的选择，以弥补有限的真实的生活发音练习。总之，英语学习者可以通过专门设计的CAPT课程获得额外的目标语输入和练习。
This paper aimed to investigate whether the introduction of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) software at the university level would result in developments in English phonetics learners’ pronunciation. The study made use of a quasi-experimental intervention design which consisted of control and experimental groups. Two groups of 40 students who were all studying English to become English Language teachers at the Department of Languages in Mount Kenya University participated in the study. While the control group followed traditional pronunciation training, the experimental group attended computerized pronunciation instruction which integrated a Computer Assisted Pronunciation Training (CAPT). Results of the study suggest that in EFL settings, where exposure to target language is quite rare, software programs can be perfect options to compensate for limited real life pronunciation practice. In conclusion, EFL learners can be provided with extra exposure to target language input and practice with specifically designed CAPT programs.