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What do cognitive theories emphasize in learning, including language acquisition?
What do cognitive theories emphasize in learning, including language acquisition?
- Physical activities and hands-on experiences
- Social interactions and group discussions
- Mental processes and conscious thinking (correct)
- Unconscious, automatic processes
How does Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) align with cognitive theories?
How does Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) align with cognitive theories?
- By providing opportunities for learners to engage in active thinking (correct)
- By discouraging personalized learning experiences
- By promoting passive learning methods
- By limiting learners' thinking process
In what way can CALL support metacognition in language learning?
In what way can CALL support metacognition in language learning?
- By eliminating the need for reflection
- By focusing only on grammar and vocabulary
- By prompting learners to reflect on their learning process (correct)
- By discouraging learners from thinking about their learning process
What is an advantage of CALL's individualization feature for language learners?
What is an advantage of CALL's individualization feature for language learners?
How does CALL resemble scaffolding in cognitive development?
How does CALL resemble scaffolding in cognitive development?
Which aspect of language learning do CALL tools encourage learners to consciously examine?
Which aspect of language learning do CALL tools encourage learners to consciously examine?
How can adaptive software in CALL benefit language learners?
How can adaptive software in CALL benefit language learners?