Stephan Bax argues that, "Our aim should be to
attain a state of `normalization' in which the technology is invisible and
truly integrated"
A. In brief, paraphrase the changes which Bax suggested and the means proposed of achieving normalizations.
When I read the article of "CALL—past, present and future ", I found it talked about the history of CALL and what it has been and where and the phases of CALL that Warschauerdiscussed. Also, a critical examination and reassessment of the history of CALLSince CALL was invented, technology was developing continuously in our lives because of its importance in teaching and learning. CALL was divided into three phases which are "behaviouristic", "communicative" and "integrative''.
Stephen Bax suggests changes and means proposed of achieving normalization. First, he requires using computer in classroom practice and in the syllabuses to facilitate and improve learning. Second, there should be training programs that can help teachers and students to use computer in a correct way. Finally, he requires fuller integration into administrative procedures and syllabuses. In order to achieve normalization, CALL should be invisible. In conclusion, if we take our aim to be normalization, and then work for ways of achieving it efficiently, computers can finally achieve their proper place and true potential in the classroom.
B. Explain how these changes and means could be
applied to our Saudi context
I think it will not be easy process,
but if we compare the education system in Saudi Arabia between now and before
six or seven years, we will find a lot of changes. I believe we are able to
include technology in our education since we have all the factors and materials
to make such a technological educational environment because we have a good
idea about technology. So, I think it will not be difficult to achieve
normalization, but first we have to do many changes in the education systems.
First of all, computers should be use in classroom context as tools to improve
learning. Second, teach students how to use communication web sites like face
book and twitter to communicate with the teacher. Finally, provide schools and
universities with good and useful tools such as projector, smart board and
laptop. However, I think Saudi Arabia has a lot of abilities and achievements
which can develop our education in a short time.