Student Off-task Behavior and Motivation in the CALL Classroom

摘要: Recent research has suggested that the misuse of intelligent tutoring software is correlated with lower learning. This article investigates frequency and impact different kinds off-task behavior in three intact CALL classrooms using two systems (DynED ALC) for English language Thirty Japanese university students each class were observed four weeks to investigate whether had an effect on performance. It was found seemed engage far less than hypothesized, but nevertheless strongly overall performance post-test scores. Further analysis suggests motivational factors (Attitude toward Target Group Perceived Usefulness English) good predictors specific behavior.