CALL for Word-Web Basis Design

By :
1. Kalayo Hasibuan (Drs, M.ED-TESOL)
2. IBM Jaya Martha (Ir, MM, CMPM)

CALL for Word-Web Basis for Design is produced for the following purposes:

1. It triggers language learning, especially vocabulary learning to become interesting for language learners.
2. It introduces words from pictures and sounds.
3. It offers vocabulary learning through word association by visual and sound recognition.

The development of vocabulary learning strategies is intended to create a non-threatening environment for language learners in a way that the material for vocabulary learning is real, interesting, concrete, and humanistic (RICH) that is as a virtual learning environment. Brewster, Jean and Ellis, Gail (2004: 87) mention that using technology is one of the demonstration techniques to introduce new vocabulary and convey meaning; and the use of technology can represent for the implementation of language learning stages, mainly for presentation and practice.

Therefore, this vocabulary learning tool is considered as a kind of vocabulary learning methodology in the form of visual tools (Microsoft visual basic & Text to Speech). The Visual Tools are designed as follows: a. The combination of Text, Pictures and Sound, b. Database of word-web, c. Games, d. Scoring – reflective self-assessment.

This program follows procedures: product specification and learning stages. The product specification includes:

1. Database of selected word
2. Pictures to all selected word
3. Text to speech
4. Reflective Review
5. Scoring.

The learning stages cover presentation (presenting meaning of a particular word through visual and sound) and practice comprises for comprehension of meaning and pronunciation and for feedback.