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An Interactive Language Learning Model On the Internet- Theory and Initial Design Specifications （上）_计算机网络论文 An Interactive Language Learning Model On the Internet: Theory and Initial Design Specifications （上）_计算机网络论文 Abstract Modern technology has provided many powerful computer assisted language learning (CALL) programs that help students with pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, and writing of different languages. However most of these programs are information oriented and are lacking in interactive learning environments. We propose and discuss an interactive language learning model named “Face to Face”, which is designed for North American students who wishes to learn Mandarin Chinese. This project has a 3-phase life cycle: (1) design and modeling (2) development and testing (3) improvement and re-testing. Currently, “Face to Face” is finalizing its initial phase and will begin its second phase in the near future. We expect to finish the implementation and classroom testing of the prototype “Face to Face” before the end of year 2001. We expect that the new model, “Face to Face”, will make learning Chinese faster, easier, and more interesting because it provides students with the opportunity to develop their communicative competence rather than just provide information. The success of our new language learning model will improve the quality of Chinese teaching and learning and will have positive implications for design and implementation of other foreign language learning programs. Keywords: Interactive Database, Natural Language Processing, Language Learning, Internet Technology, Machine Learning, Mandarin Chinese 1. Introduction We propose and establish a theoretical and technological framework for designing and developing an interactive language learning model based on the current language learning theories (Dobrovolsky, 1996) and the available computer technology. The prototype of this framework is an intelligent computer program called Face to Face