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Vocabulary learning is the main problem and also the goal of new language learners. It is one of the major problems that language learners encounter during learning a new language. Krashen (1989) (cited in Tokac, 2005) points out the role of vocabulary in a language by stating that most of the meaning in a language is carried by words. This is why people visiting a foreign country prefer to take their dictionaries with them rather than grammar books. And on the other hand, nowadays everything is connected to technology and language learning and teaching is not an exception. As Stockwell (2007) cites, vocabulary has been one of the most commonly taught language areas through technology in recent years. Integration of computer and second/foreign language teaching is admired by many researchers. It is clear that technology can help enhance the degree of vocabulary learning, but the point is that which computer assisted vocabulary learning can work better and would be more efficient?  \nIn this paper we will discuss and analyze the usage of two kinds of different ways of using technology and see which of the methods will work better. A comparison between vocabulary software flashcard and word clouds (Wordle) on vocabulary learning (retention) will be compared by the researcher. We will see that using which method will encourage learners more and they will do better with which kind of using technology? The study is carried out in Iran on 44 English learners. The result is really surprising. Both of the groups were interested in technology, but one group did really better.  \nKeywords: CALL, CAVL, Software flashcard, Word Clouds, Wordle, Vocabulary learning  \n1. Introduction  \nThe importance of vocabulary learning is undeniable. The need for sustained vocabulary learning is clear. As August (2005) states, those English language learners who have a small range of vocabulary knowledge are less able to comprehend text and communicate. Allen also (1983) emphasizes the importance of vocabulary learning in ESL. He asserts that ESL teachers know thousands of words that speakers and writers of English use and also mentions “the need to vocabulary” as a point on which teachers and students agree! By stating that most of the meaning in a language is carried by words, Krashen ( 1989) points out the role of vocabulary in a language (cited in Tokac, 2005) . This is why people visiting a foreign country prefer to take their dictionaries with them rather than grammar books. The importance of vocabulary learning in ESL/EFL classes is crystal clear. As cited in Eslahcar and Khodareza (2012) vocabulary learning is at the heart of language learning and language use. In fact, it is what makes the essence of a language (Laufer, 1997) . Zygadlo (2007) explains that it is impossible to conduct a message or communicate in English by those who may know some grammar, but their vocabulary knowledge needs to be enriched. He adds that those who have learned English as L2 for many years must have experienced that the majority of their time spent over the foreign language has been devoted to absorbing and remembering vocabulary. Gorjian, et al (20 11) emphasize the importance of vocabulary learning by stating that students can improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and may eventually improve ","cbCaidA6QVM4qfVy","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidA6QVM4qfVy","pdf",161501,"English","# Introduction\n## Importance of vocabulary learning\n# Vocabulary Instruction and Technology-Based Approaches\n## Software Flashcards vs. Word Clouds (Wordle)\n# Method and Comparative Results","[{\"question\":\"Why is vocabulary learning emphasized in language learning?\",\"answer\":\"Vocabulary learning is described as crucial because most of a language’s meaning is carried by words, and limited vocabulary restricts comprehension and communication.\"},{\"question\":\"What technologies are compared in the study?\",\"answer\":\"The paper compares computer-assisted vocabulary learning using vocabulary software flashcards versus word clouds (Wordle), focusing on vocabulary retention.\"},{\"question\":\"How was the study conducted and what was the outcome?\",\"answer\":\"The study was carried out in Iran with 44 English learners. 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