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Critical Period Controversies For Second Language Acquisition: Implications For Language Teaching, Randy Lucio
Critical Period Controversies For Second Language Acquisition: Implications For Language Teaching, Randy Lucio
Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations
It was proposed by Eric Lenneberg (1967) in Biological Foundations of Language that implicit first language (L1) acquisition was only possible during a critical period (CP) spanning from infancy to puberty. The critical period hypothesis (CPH) has since been a topic of controversy among L1 and second language (L2) scholars, whose studies have produced varying results that argue for and against a CP. It is suggested in this paper, however, that these often-varying results offer important insight that can serve to inform current and future L2 educational policy and instruction within K-12 education in the U.S. Thus, it is imperative …
Prospective Teachers Of English Learners' Error Detection In Oral Output Of Nonnative English Speakers, Begüm Yengel
Prospective Teachers Of English Learners' Error Detection In Oral Output Of Nonnative English Speakers, Begüm Yengel
Theses Digitization Project
This project is designed to present the extent to which native English speakers (NESs) and nonnative English speakers NNESs) detect errors in NNESs' oral output. It also aims to shed light on the error of perception of participants from different first-language (L1) backgrounds, and intends to uncover the possible underlying reasons of the variations in their detection rates.
Phonological Awareness And Its Affect On Second Language Acquisition, Mallory Ann Ruiz
Phonological Awareness And Its Affect On Second Language Acquisition, Mallory Ann Ruiz
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this thesis is to explore the role phonological awareness plays in the second language (L2) classroom among English as Second Language (ESL) learners. In order to better understand the reasons behind second language (L2) student's phonological improvements, phonological awareness was tested to see what affect, if any, it had on student's intelligible speech. Six English as Second Language (ESL) college students participated in the study in which they provided three audio recordings of their English speech over the course of ten weeks.
Research On Autonomous English-Learning Strategies Of American Culture And Language Students, Jing Xu
Research On Autonomous English-Learning Strategies Of American Culture And Language Students, Jing Xu
Theses Digitization Project
This study will serve as a guideline for adult second-language learners who want to strengthen the effectiveness of self-directed learning outcomes or develop their self-directed learning strategies. Through the understanding of learning factors, fossilized language elements, and their own learning strategies, learners will be more confident and motivated to pursue their personal second-language acquisition goals and aspirations. These strategies are designed to help Taiwanese second-language learners.
Critical Analysis Of Total Physical Response As Pedagogy, Rachel Lynn Anderson
Critical Analysis Of Total Physical Response As Pedagogy, Rachel Lynn Anderson
Theses Digitization Project
Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language-teaching method, developed by James Asher in the 1960's. In this critical analysis the theoritical origins of TPR were explored along with the work of James Asher. Twenty-three studies by Asher were examined in conjuction with others who have studied TPR, in order to understand the effectiveness of TPR as both theory and pedagogy. In all studies examined, TPR (which focuses on listening comprehension) was found to be an effective means for producing near perfect retention even long term. TPR was found to be a powerful method for teaching a second lanuage.
Fossilization In Japanese Adult Advanced English Learners And Linked Instruction As Intervention, Misuzu Shimabukuro
Fossilization In Japanese Adult Advanced English Learners And Linked Instruction As Intervention, Misuzu Shimabukuro
Theses Digitization Project
The objective of this project is to investigate the items and factors that may be prematurely stabilized in advanced adult second-language learners' interlanguage, in order to propose effective instructional interventions.
Code Switching: ¿Y Qué?, Helen Zamarripa
Code Switching: ¿Y Qué?, Helen Zamarripa
Theses Digitization Project
The project examined the pros and cons regarding the use code of switching across social contexts both in oral and written language. It argues that code switching is a viable mediating tool for teaching students the values of their language(s), culture(s), and identity. The researcher uses Vygotsky's concept of the Zone of Proximal Development to show that children often use code switching as a means to accommodate gaps in their English language skills. Teachers who recognize this can assist students by using social interaction and language as a tool to bridge the level of actual performance and the learning potential …
Innovative Literacy Content, Methods, And Assessment In English-As-A-Foreign Language Primary Instruction, Tzu-Ru Tsai
Innovative Literacy Content, Methods, And Assessment In English-As-A-Foreign Language Primary Instruction, Tzu-Ru Tsai
Theses Digitization Project
The primary goal of this project is to offer Taiwanese teachers diverse innovative literacy instruction and assessments to motivate students' reading processes. Sample curriculum/lesson plans are included.
Co-Teaching And Reciprocal Teaching For English-As-A-Foreign-Language Reading, Pei-Ying Chou
Co-Teaching And Reciprocal Teaching For English-As-A-Foreign-Language Reading, Pei-Ying Chou
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to help promote elementary English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) students' reading comprehension. The project investigates the co-teaching model and its implementation in the Taiwanese English class. Curriculum and lesson plans are included.
Empowering Pre-Adolescent Second-Language Learners In The Middle School Years, Robert Charles Quintana
Empowering Pre-Adolescent Second-Language Learners In The Middle School Years, Robert Charles Quintana
Theses Digitization Project
The thesis explores sociolinguistic issues facing pre-adolescent English-as-second-language learners. Topics covered include literacy issues, communicative competence issues at the intermediate and advanced English language development (ELD) levels, language and power relationships that affect pre-adolescent English language learners, politeness as a sociolinguistic tool, and the benefits of students acquiring the language of cooperative learning. The implications of these topics culminate in the development of a social studies curriculum unit designed for the middle-school classroom.
When English As A Second Language Students Meet Text-Responsible Writing, Miso Jung
When English As A Second Language Students Meet Text-Responsible Writing, Miso Jung
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis follows two international freshman students in an English composition class at California State University, San Bernardino. The results indicate that the students generally experienced feeling challenged and overwhelmed about the unfamiliar topic, but detailed assignment guidelines played a key role for students to progress in understanding the assignment.
Reading Fluency Instruction In Upper Elementary International School Classrooms, Jinky Lunaspe Dagoon
Reading Fluency Instruction In Upper Elementary International School Classrooms, Jinky Lunaspe Dagoon
Theses Digitization Project
This project focuses on the importance of reading fluency, emphasizing its role in the construction of meaning and aiding in the overall comprehension process. Its components: accuracy, automaticity, and prosody are examined in relation to various activities that enhance each component. A sample curriculum is discussed.
The Role Of Corpus Linguistics In A Lexical Approach To College Level English-As-A-Foreign-Language Pedagogy, Adamantia Hadjioannou
The Role Of Corpus Linguistics In A Lexical Approach To College Level English-As-A-Foreign-Language Pedagogy, Adamantia Hadjioannou
Theses Digitization Project
This project offers methods for English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) undergraduate students to improve their English skills following a lexical approach to language incorporating the methodology of corpus linguistics research.
Promoting Metalinguistic Awareness Through Peer Response In Writing In Elementary English As A Foreign Language, Kuan-Ting Liu
Promoting Metalinguistic Awareness Through Peer Response In Writing In Elementary English As A Foreign Language, Kuan-Ting Liu
Theses Digitization Project
This project serves as a resource to help teachers understand and meet the educational needs of second-language learners by promoting their metalinguistic awareness through peer response in writing in elementary English as a foreign language.
Developing Metaphoric Competence Through Schemata-Building For English Learners In Japan, Kyoko Suda
Developing Metaphoric Competence Through Schemata-Building For English Learners In Japan, Kyoko Suda
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to propose teaching methods that facilitate the development of English vocabulary knowledge and metaphorical concepts for students in Japan.
Cognitive-Affective Outcomes Of Classroom Writing Activities In Korean English As A Foreign Language, Soonja Ahn
Cognitive-Affective Outcomes Of Classroom Writing Activities In Korean English As A Foreign Language, Soonja Ahn
Theses Digitization Project
This project addresses writing instruction by teaching journal writing, interactive writing, and poetry instruction to Koreans in the English-as-a-foreign language situation. Writing and indentity construction and writing conferences are also addressed. The curriculum is designed for EFL teachers in Korea at the target-teaching level grades 3-6.
Design For High-Intensity Reading In English As A Foreign Language, Ting Zhang
Design For High-Intensity Reading In English As A Foreign Language, Ting Zhang
Theses Digitization Project
The primary aim of this project is to address the demonstrated need for effective English reading training for advanced speakers of English as a second language (EFL).
Emotional Intelligence, Storytelling And Learning Strategies In English-As-A-Foreign-Language Learning, Hsin-Chih Chuang
Emotional Intelligence, Storytelling And Learning Strategies In English-As-A-Foreign-Language Learning, Hsin-Chih Chuang
Theses Digitization Project
English as a foreign language is an essential skill both in schools and in the domain of work in Taiwan. Students' English ability has become more and more important to their academic and career success. The purpose of this project is to provide instructors methods that enhance students' learning process.
An Integration Of Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency And Content-Based Instruction, Fu-Chuan Wang
An Integration Of Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency And Content-Based Instruction, Fu-Chuan Wang
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to provide more effective teaching strategies for ESL students through the integration of CALP and content area teaching.
The Effects Of Computer Assisted Language Learning And Specially Designed Academic Instruction In English On Second Language Acquisition, George Edward Williams
The Effects Of Computer Assisted Language Learning And Specially Designed Academic Instruction In English On Second Language Acquisition, George Edward Williams
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of two methods of instruction for second language acquisition. The first method used a computer based software program known as English Language Learning Instructional System (ELLIS). The second method used Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE).
Strategy-Based Listening Comprehension For Junior High School Students Of English In Taiwan, Yu-Chi Yang
Strategy-Based Listening Comprehension For Junior High School Students Of English In Taiwan, Yu-Chi Yang
Theses Digitization Project
This project provides research on listening-process pedagogies for teachers and learning strategies that can assist learners' listening comprehhension. Based on these perspectives, a theorectical model of strategy-based listening process instruction is offered for the purpose of promoting listening comprehension.
Applying English-As-A-Second-Language Methodologies To The Teaching Of Reading To Deaf Students, Cindy Michelle Walker
Applying English-As-A-Second-Language Methodologies To The Teaching Of Reading To Deaf Students, Cindy Michelle Walker
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Cooperative Learning And Second Language Acquisition: Parallels For Success In The Regular Classroom, Lisa Ann Lindberg
Cooperative Learning And Second Language Acquisition: Parallels For Success In The Regular Classroom, Lisa Ann Lindberg
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.