This study involves three dimensions: distance language education (DLE) as the context, videoconferencing as the technology, and the provision of synchronous oral and visual interaction in DLE as the core research problem. This article follows on this author's previous research in regard to the inclusion of oral and visual interaction in distance language learning through the use of Internet-based desktop videoconferencing tools. It evaluates the findings from a two-stage evaluation of a particular videoconferencing tool, NetMeeting. The results from this research confirm that the present generation of Internet-based desktop videoconferencing tools are capable of supporting oral and visual interaction in DLE. Recommendations are presented for future use of videoconferencing in DLE.

integration of the computer and networking in College English learning to stimulate students ’ motivation and to improve their communicative competence. Up to now, Chinese CALL is still in infancy. This article reviews the CALL literature and identifies some common concerns for CALL initiative. The article finally points out the directions for better delivery of CALL in Chinese universities. Key words: computer assisted language learning (CALL); teaching Reform 1.

Abstract—This paper presents a study on the use of web technologies for language learning. What the study aims to do is answer the question of what kind of web technologies have been used for language learning in a systematic manner. The methodology used is qualitative document analysis carried out on 40 selected journal articles. Each article was analyzed for mention of the use of web technologies and the analysis noted into a matrix display that is used to categorize the technologies. The findings indicated that web technologies used for language learning fall into four broad categories: synchronous and asynchronous communications, language production technologies, language testing and web resources. Keywords—Course management systems, language learning. I.