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This paper suggests that computer assisted language learning (CALL) can and should be used in language education in Japan in more effective ways. It suggests practical ideas for incorporating the use of computers into English language instruction in Japan. Japanese teachers of English have many concerns about the use and efficacy of computers in the classroom. This paper addresses these concerns by making the following points: (1) the use of computers can offer more authentic examples of the English language in use (newspapers, broadcast media) and opportunities for realistic communication (e-mail), both of which can facilitate language learning; (2) using CALL, learners can proceed at their own pace and take more risks; (3) using CALL, teachers can address the different learning styles of their students through multimedia with pictures, sound, movies, and text offering several different ways to deal with the same material to suit various learning styles; (4) networked computers can be tools for communication in which learners can engage in interaction using the target language. The usefulness of computers is investigated in specific ways, focusing on reading, writing, listening, speaking, and integrated skills. In each section, specific activities are suggested and methodological issues are reviewed. Worksheets are included. (Contains 50 references.) (Author/KFT)

An annotated bibliography of material in the fields of education, languages and linguistics, and computer technology is presented. The bibliography describes over 250 journal articles, books, conference and workshop proceedings, booklets, and pieces from diverse publications. The entries are organized by date of publication (1960s and 1970s as a group, and yearly after 1979). An unannotated bibliography focuses on computers in education and ESL/language learning. A resource guide provides lists of organizations, clearinghouses, journals and periodicals, public domain software, vendors, catalogs, and upcoming and undated publications. (MSE)

An annotated bibliography of material in the fields of education, languages and linguistics, and computer technology is presented. The bibliography describes over 250 journal articles, books, conference and workshop proceedings, booklets, and pieces from diverse publications. The entries are organized by date of publication (1960s and 1970s as a group, and yearly after 1979). An unannotated bibliography focuses on computers in education and ESL/language learning. A resource guide provides lists of organizations, clearinghouses, journals and periodicals, public domain software, vendors, catalogs, and upcoming and undated publications. (MSE)

An annotated bibliography of material in the fields of education, languages and linguistics, and computer technology is presented. The bibliography describes over 250 journal articles, books, conference and workshop proceedings, booklets, and pieces from diverse publications. The entries are organized by date of publication (1960s and 1970s as a group, and yearly after 1979). An unannotated bibliography focuses on computers in education and ESL/language learning. A resource guide provides lists of organizations, clearinghouses, journals and periodicals, public domain software, vendors, catalogs, and upcoming and undated publications. (MSE)

The study was conducted to investigate attitudes toward using computers as a learning tool among undergraduate students in a private university. In this regards, some variables which might be potential antecedents of attitudes toward computer including gender, experience of using computers and perceived abilities in using programs were examined. Data was collected from 192 undergraduate students enrolled in two fundamental English courses (EN012 & EN 013). The instrument in this study was a questionnaire. The findings revealed that students had positive attitudes towards using computers as a learning tool. The factors of gender and experience of using computers were not found to affect students' attitudes while the factor of perceived abilities in using programs had an effect on their attitudes.