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An Introductory Course On Computers For Esl Students, Anne Christenson Rice
An Introductory Course On Computers For Esl Students, Anne Christenson Rice
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This paper details the process of creation and an evaluation of a computer course for non-native English speakers.
From Haiti To The Esl Class: Working With Adult Haitian Esl Learners In The Us, Dona A. Vassall-Paquiot
From Haiti To The Esl Class: Working With Adult Haitian Esl Learners In The Us, Dona A. Vassall-Paquiot
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This project provides the person unfamiliar with Haiti and its inhabitants with some background information on the country - politically, economically, socially. It also gives a perspective on why Haitians leave Haiti to come to the US, and the stages they must go through in order to do so. Teachers are given some insight into what to expect from their students in an ESL class, given their background and experiences. Finally, factual information is provided on Haiti - i.e. holidays, major cities, etc. - for the interest of the reader. It also serves to help the teacher make the ESL …
55 And Over: A Study Of Success For The Senior Student, Kathleen Watson Quinby
55 And Over: A Study Of Success For The Senior Student, Kathleen Watson Quinby
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The following paper is a report on a class that was taught to elderly Cambodian refugees in the Philippine Refugee Processing Center in 1981. It covers the development of the class from its inception to its final party for '"graduation'". There were many hurdles for the students to overcome in their learning. The strategies that were used to aid the students in overcoming these are discussed and described. Relevant curriculum, a supportive environment in the classroom, and achievable goals are the three key elements that are noted as necessary for success in such a class.
The Process Of Lesson Planning, Ren Zhen
The Process Of Lesson Planning, Ren Zhen
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This paper shows how to prepare a lesson plan for an ESL classroom. It is based on the author's personal experience as a beginning teacher. The paper presents an overview and the author's view of the process of lesson planning and discusses the factors which affect teaching. At the end of the paper, sample lesson plans are provided to further illustrate the author's idea.
The Cultural Entry Process In Japan And Mexico – Cultural Factors To Be Considered, David C. Riggs
The Cultural Entry Process In Japan And Mexico – Cultural Factors To Be Considered, David C. Riggs
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This paper is intended to present a triangular cultural comparison of American, Japanese, and Mexican societies. It is written primarily for Americans who plan to live for extended periods of time in either Japan or Mexico, and is written from an American cultural point of view. Included are descriptions of my cross-cultural experiences in the three countries. The main body of the paper deals with the cross-cultural factors which I consider to be the most important to consider when attempting to successfully adapt oneself to living in either Japanese or Mexican society. It is hoped that in some way my …
A Primer In Computer Literacy For Students Of English In A Second Language, David Allen Reynolds
A Primer In Computer Literacy For Students Of English In A Second Language, David Allen Reynolds
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This series of seven readings for ESL students covers various topics in computer literacy. Their main aims are cognitive formation of basic concepts in computer literacy and acquisition of vocabulary pertaining to those concept areas. The intended readers are sixth grade students with an intermediate ESL ability. Grammatical structures are limited to those covered in an intensive beginners' course. Non-technical vocabulary ±s limited to a 1000-word frequency list. The readings are written at a fourth grade reading level according to Fry's Readability Scale.
Original Readings For Esl Learners, Robert G. Schnelle Jr.
Original Readings For Esl Learners, Robert G. Schnelle Jr.
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Readings for ESL students are too often simplified and controlled. Literature that has been thus tampered with cannot bring satisfaction to learners who have achieved the intermediate levels of proficiency. They need pieces which are authentic in usage. Furthermore, if they are to be actively engaged in what they read, students must have access to material which touches their experience and invites them to reflect upon their values. This collection of original fiction attempts to address both concerns: a)the passages are written with the intent that they be affectively stimulating; and b) they replace simplicity of structure with brevity, making …
Towards A Way Of Conducting Ongoing Evaluation Of Individual Students, Bruce H. Rindler
Towards A Way Of Conducting Ongoing Evaluation Of Individual Students, Bruce H. Rindler
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Evaluation is more than giving tests. This paper chronicles my experience in developing a way to conduct ongoing student evaluation in the classroom, with the goal of individualizing instruction. Using an ESL class as a focus, this paper examines how and what to evaluate, the problems I encountered with evaluation--and the solutions I attempted. The relationships between teaching and learning, and teaching and evaluation are also examined.
A Retrospective-Introspective Look At Second Language Acquisition, Janet R. Zinner
A Retrospective-Introspective Look At Second Language Acquisition, Janet R. Zinner
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This is a personal paper in which I discuss my family’s acquisition of French during a two year sabbatical stay in Brussels, Belgium from 1979 to 1981. I discuss the factors influencing our decision to learn French, our respective modes of acquisition, our rates and degrees of proficiency, and then how that second language fared upon our subsequent return to the United States. I also offer a comparison between child and adult second language acquisition based upon our experience as well as discuss certain relevant psycho/social intra-familial dynamics which came into play while there as a result of our individual …
Beyond Minimal Pairs, Erica Tesdell
Beyond Minimal Pairs, Erica Tesdell
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In this paper, the author describes her experience teaching Standard American English pronunciation to speakers of other languages. She goes on to explore new ways of teaching pronunciation and explains why she thinks they can be more effective.
Art Activities For The Esl Classroom, Sally Elizabeth Stocking
Art Activities For The Esl Classroom, Sally Elizabeth Stocking
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Teachers often use visual aids in language teaching. In the art activities presented in this paper, students involve themselves in creating their own visual aids, e.g., pictures, collages, and puppets, and use them as a basis for expressing themselves in various language activities. The seventeen art activities in this paper can be used to review specific grammar points, to provide practice in conversation, and to improve writing skills. Designed for intermediate English conversation students, these art activities are intended to involve no more than half of a sixty-minute class period.