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Chat rooms are a way by which multiple users can communicate with each other - via computer - through text, voice and video simutaneously. Not all chat rooms offer voice and video; however, it is available when using some sites. It is live instant messaging where several people can be a part of a conversation at the same time.

Chat rooms can be used for teaching English to speakers of other languages, especially those in middle school and high school. Even adults would benefit from chat rooms. Students can connect with English speakers to practice their English and English speakers are given the opportunity of acquiring knowledge of other languages and cultures.

Comment: This sounds good, even for the shy person. I could see students practicing whatever lesson(s) the teacher gives and it would be a good way for teachers to work with students from all over the world. Lynda Howe

I aos think that this application could give teachers a chance to learn more about the cultures of shy students. For example, if I have a student from Tanzania, I might want to chat with out people from that country so that I could have some helpful information regarding the student. Paul Thorogood

Comment: I could see using the chatroom for my students in Nicaragua. It would give them a chance to communicate with those who speak English as well as those who want to learn Spanish.

Other Idea: (Elizabeth Stutzman) Chat rooms would be a great place for students to practice using metacognitive skills to learn more about language. They could ask other students or native speakers questions about culture, clarification about grammar points, or nuances in the meaning of similar vocabulary such as mad, angry, furious, and fuming.