F. Research Benefits
This study is expected to give the benefits for some parties. The researcher can learn a lot from this research. The crucial theories, methods and experiences of
processing the various data would be beneficial for doing the similar research. Since it is action research, this study provides the benefits for the students in solving
problems especially reading competence. They can get valuable experiences in improving their own competence by employing computer application. Practically,
students are expected to be able to practice exercises in CALL so that, they can develop their English by practicing them. Students can also find out that learning
English is not only monotonous by doing paper exercises. They can apply it by using their computer and they will get more motivation and exposure to improve their
English. It offers very good visual impact and uses English in different situations. It allows and encourages interactive learning between the students and the computer. It
allows student to make choice and progress at their own speed. the exercises enhance students’ motivation and provide more stimulation for learning. It also helps to
enhance students’ language skills and enrich their vocabulary. Students could work under a pressure-free atmosphere when working on the computer. There was no
public embarrassment even when they gave a wrong answer. All topics were designed in the same manner.
The result of the action research can be used by English lecturers in mechanical engineering to give alternative teaching techniques and solve the
problems which faced by students in learning English. Moreover, it can improve teaching learning process. CALL which uses Hot Potatoes can be used as one of task
sources to teach English for students. The result can be used as one of tools to improve students’ reading competence and as reflection to improve materials.
The result of the study can be used by other researchers as one of the references to conduct action research on English language teaching, especially in
developing reading competence through CALL for mechanical engineering students. The results of the research would inspire the other researcher to do the action research
using other application in developing reading competence. The result of the research can be used the other research to compare their finding using the other media in
computer application or software. Theoretically, the result of the study is expected to enrich the English learning teaching literatures concerning with learning using
CALL.
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CHAPTER II LITERATURE REVIEW
A. Theoretical Review
Theoretical review is going to discuss four fundamental sections. The first involves the concept of CALL. The second is reading competence, the third is
English for mechanical engineering, and the fourth is action research.
1. CALL
The use of technology related to computers has been expansively increased and become a common feature of the classroom. There is no doubt that the use of
computers in language learning brings some chances and advantages for developing second language acquisition. Its use will later occupy more roles in the second
language classroom in the future Richard and Renandya, 2002. However, utilizing the computer in language learning does not portray the teacher’s absence in the class
that all aspects of learning are restrained by the computer. In fact, the teachers are the ones who possess the control over the quality of learning occurred in the classroom.
Using computers in the classroom is important for both teachers and learners. Computers can handle a range of activities and carry out programmed functions at
amazing speed. They can check exercises after they are done, move students gradually from easier to more difficult exercises according to their levels and
abilities. When students fail to answer questions correctly or perform activities, the computer can simulate, drill, or explain the phenomenon in a way that makes it easier
for the learner to understand Hoffman, 1996.
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