Abstract
An on−demand instruction system through the Internet has been introduced in the Chinese language course at basic level at the Department of Literature of Waseda University since the academic year of 2003. Through experiences with the system, it was recognized that the use of the computer has been effective in the first stage of Language instruction in which oral communication is emphasized. This paper attempts to describe the system that has been developed since 2000, and to prove that the lessons aided with the use of the computer provides more learning effectiveness in comparison with the regular classes with a great number of students. Furthermore this paper discusses possible measures as to how to effectively administer the class with a small number of students at college／university level by the introduction of the on−demand instruction system through the Internet.
