Technology Assisted Language Learning

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CALL

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Computer-Aided Language Learning

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CELL

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Computer-Enhanced Language Learning: suggests the computer's role is to make learning better.

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TELL

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Technology-Enhanced Language Learning: accommodates more than just computers, often brings in video and sees the computer as just one part of a more extensive system.

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TALL

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Technology-Assisted Language Learning: a variant of CALL and TELL.

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CALI

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Computer-Assisted Language Instruction: more teaching-oriented with 'instruction' in it.

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CBLT

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Computer-Based Language Training: views elements of language learning as 'training' with definable, measurable objectives.

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IT and ICT

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Information Technology/Information and Communication Technologies, common acronyms outside of language teaching.

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NBLT

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Network-Based Language Teaching: focuses on networks, both locally and through the Internet.

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DLL

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Digital Language Learning: a relatively new term encompassing computers and other digital devices.

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MALL

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Mobile Assisted Language Learning: focuses on learning with mobile devices like mobile phones, tablets, and mp3 players.