Queen/s English..............CALL

         Queen/s English..............CALL

Computer Assisted Language Learning is evolving as a new branch of learning and teaching
methodology. The focus of the paper is ―How well can CALL be used to teach Spoken English?‖ The program design for spoken English using CALL is called Queen/s English. This paper discusses the possibility of teaching spoken English using computers and web based technology.
Computer with internet connection is required, at both ends. Webcam can be of great help at the teaching end, in order that the teacher is visible. While teaching spoken English with webcam computer assistance, learners can watch lip movements. Lip movements are an essential part of pronouncing sounds such as ‗o, v, w‘

There has been an increase in vocational training and learning throughout the world. With the spread of globalization has come the increase in use of English as the language of international communication.

People are using English in large numbers in more and more occupational contexts. Students are starting to learn and master general English very early in their life. Even in English speaking countries governments are launching initiatives to help economic migrants obtain the practical English skills necessary to function in the workplace. For example, the new ESOL for Work Qualifications in the UK is designed to help employers and employees access courses which offer them the functional language skills required across a variety of employment sectors.

CALL facilitates a virtual classroom where the teacher and learner are present at the same time, though they may be in different locations. It saves time normally spent in traveling to a place of learning.

Learning is possible even across time zones. Internet access should be available in all learning locations. Time is set up at the convenience of all involved
Location is not restrictive. Both teacher and learners can switch on their computer , avail net connection facility , anywhere even in a car parked by the roadside. With computers holding charge for two hours or more and electricity connection available in the trains, one can teach or learn while travelling.