Abstract
<p>Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) integration in EFL contexts has intensified noticeably in recent years. This integration might be in different ways and for different purposes such as vocabulary acquisition, grammar learning, phonology, writing skills etc. More explicitly, this study is an attempt to explore the effect of using CALL on vocabulary acquisition of EFL learners. It also discusses CALL applications for vocabulary instruction and searches for efficient methods to integrate CALL in vocabulary acquisition. For the discussion, it reviews the results of previous international and Iranian studies on CALL integration in vocabulary instruction to illustrate the state of research in this field. Based on the literature review, it is proposed that further research is required to find out the influences of CALL on different facets of vocabulary knowledge. At the end, some pedagogical implications have been offered for EFL teachers and learners.</p>
Highlights
Computer technologies can be used in learning languages in different ways
The results first, underline the vital role of explicit and Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL)-based teaching of English vocabulary; Second, indicate that the status of vocabulary teaching should alter and CALL-based teaching should be given more attention; Third, CALL-based method can be used for improving English lexical competence; it should be mentioned that for using CALL-based method two things including the competence of language teachers and the context of method application should be taken into consideration
Technology application, CALL has recently encouraged some researchers to examine the influence of CALL on vocabulary acquisition of EFL learners
Summary
Computer technologies can be used in learning languages in different ways. Many computer facilities contribute to enhancing vocabulary development. More recent studies investigated the impact of extended use of computers or multimedia software on vocabulary and ESL writing improvement (Singhal, 1998, as cited in Constantinescu, 2007; Yunus & Salehi, 2012; Yunus et al, 2013; Yunus, Salehi & John, 2013). Priority of CALL application in vocabulary acquisition is the main topic that this article, based on previous studies, intends to emphasize. These studies can be classified into two groups of international and Iranian
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