The Effect of the Use of CALL on Pupils’ Motivation and Language Development in English

This research synthesis aims to explore how Computer-assisted language learning (CALL) can motivate the learners to develop their language skills. To answer the question 14 articles have been examined against a framework consisting of second language acquisition theory and method and Dörnyei’s motivational theory. The focus areas within this synthesis are the general view of CALL and education, cooperative language learning with communication technology and CALL in teaching. The review revealed that CALL as a motivational method yielded beneficial results, by providing authentic materials (materials pupils encounter in their daily lives) in a learner-centred environment. In addition, the research shows that the learners’ and teachers’ attitudes towards CALL factors into the result