The History of CALL

By Rahayu
  • Behaviorist CALL

    In this era computer is a tool to deliver instructional material. The system used is PLATO system. In 1960 and 1970 they begun to use "drill and practice"
  • Communicative CALL

    In 1970 and 1980 John Underwood present the first communicative CALL, named the series of "premises for communicative CALL" in 1984.
    It provide speaking skill practice but differet with drill like in behaviorist CALL. Computer as tutor, computer as stimulus and computer as tool.
  • Integrative CALL (the internet)

    In this era, techbology is widely expanded. Students can exchange information from around the world. They started to use email and audiotape to help their lesson.