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Language lab has been developed very fast
In the past, students had to learn languages using pencils and papers. The teacher wrote the lesson material on the blackboard and students must write it on the book. When the teacher dictated, the students must listen very well because the teacher could not repeat it continuously. Even when the teachers practiced pronunciation, they could not drill all students at once. Only a few selected students could practice their pronunciation. In the past, teachers had to become role models that were perfect for students. If the teachers made mistakes, then the students would imitate and learn the wrong things. Therefore, language teacher got very high pressure to be always perfect to create prefect students.
With the development of technology, some generations of language labs were created:
The first and second generation language labs are very old. The teacher must use tapes and buttons which are difficult to use and often have problems. Students also experience limitations when they use the first and second generation language labs.
The third generation language lab has already used computers. Teachers can play videos and students can play it repeatedly. Even one student can watch different videos with other students. When practicing languages, students can operate the language device easily because it is equipped by a keyboard, mouse, even a touch screen. Students can also practice their pronunciation easily because it can be played repeatedly. The teachers can easily check the results of students exercises because they have been done by the computer automatically.
But, there is an even better than the third generation language lab, it is the fourth generation:
The fourth generation language lab offers even more flexibility. Teachers and students are given wireless devices that enable them to freely move around the classroom while continuing to learn. Students can move from one table to another by carrying their tablet and staying connected for learning. The teacher can also explain the learning material while walking around the class but remain connected to the language lab system without having any problem. That is what called by the language lab revolution.
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