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Communication Strategies Used By Chinese Students From China In Spoken English., Liu Qing Hua

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study evaluates the use of Communication Strategies which are employed by Second Language Acquisition (SLA) learners. A comprehensive review of the relevant literature from the last decade is done with focus on the particular consideration given to the different ways in which Communication Strategies have been defined under the corresponding influences in regard to the organization of strategy taxonomies. This study also seeks to examine how learners of second language perform in communicative tasks especially where they are confronted with linguistic problems and communication barriers. It also aims at identifying the communication strategies used by the students from China …

The Effects Of Planning On The Narrative Writings Of Malaysian Tertiary Level Students., Sim Biow Yee

Student Works (2010-2019)

Based on Kellogg’s model of writing, this study investigated the effects of planning on fluency, complexity and accuracy in the narrative writings of average proficiency undergraduates. 30 Malaysian students undertook the task of writing a narrative with the aid of a set of pictures and writing prompt, under three different conditions. No planning (NP) participants were instructed to write without planning time but with limited writing time. Pre-task planning (PTP) participants were given limited planning and writing time. Within-task planning (WTP) participants had unlimited writing time but no planning time. Results indicated that pre-task planning was beneficial in increasing fluency …

Penguasaan Partikal "Al" Bahasa Arab Dalam Kalangan Pelajar Melayu., Ahmad Rushdi Haroon

Student Works (2010-2019)

This research is aimed to see the accuracy of “al” particle among the Malay students. In this research, the writer gave the definition of what the particle is, and explained in detail the types and its functions. There are many types of particles in the Arabic language but this research only focuses on the “al” particle and its main semantic aspect such as the determinant particle, the connection particle and the additional particle. This research further explains the function of each particle and provides examples of its usage in sentences. This research uses a descriptive-observation method throughout the case study. …

Gender Differences In Learning Style Preferences And Strategies Of Secondary Students., Anizakiah Makmin

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study aims to identify the learning style preferences and strategies used by a group of 90 Form 2 secondary school students. Gender is one of the variables identified to influence the choice of learning styles and strategies among students. This study hopes to establish whether there are any differences in the learning style preferences and strategies between male and female students in learning English language. Two sets of self-scoring questionnaire based on Reid‟s (1987) Perceptual Learning Style Preference (PLSP) Questionnaire was used to identify the students‟ learning style preferences and Oxford‟s (1986) Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL) was …

Attitudes Of The Semai Students Towards Learning English., Nor Wardiah Ahmad Hadzri

Student Works (2010-2019)

The purpose of the study is to investigate the attitudes of the Semai students towards learning English. In general, these students are not proficient in the language (English paper, PMR, 2007). The study aims to determine the factors that affect their attitude towards learning English. How social, behavioural, cultural and educational factors affect the students’ attitudes are also examined. The research site is SMK Sri Tapah, Tapah, Perak as a large number of Semai students are registered in the school. About 40 students and five English language teachers (teaching in schools with a large number of Semai students enrolled) were …

Strategi Pembelajaran Dan Kaitannya Dengan Pencapaian Dan Motivasi Pelajar Bahasa Jepun., Habibah Shuib

Student Works (2010-2019)

The study aims to identify the relationship between learning strategies with academic achievement, and student’s learning motivation in elective courses. Learning strategies play important role in developing individual learning approach, making learning easy, fast, effective and transferable to a new situation. The scope for the study is students who are taking Japanese language as a compulsory elective language in University Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam. This study employs the quantitative approach and the data collection instrument is the questionnaire. A total of 300 questionnaires are distributed to the students currently enrolled in the Japanese language course. There are 265 respondents. …

Communication Strategies Used By Chinese Students In Spoken English., Liu Qing Hua

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study evaluates the use of Communication Strategies which are employed by Second Language Acquisition (SLA) learners. A comprehensive review of the relevant literature from the last decade is done with focus on the particular consideration given to the different ways in which Communication Strategies have been defined under the corresponding influences in regard to the organization of strategy taxonomies. This study also seeks to examine how learners of second language perform in communicative tasks especially where they are confronted with linguistic problems and communication barriers. It also aims at identifying the communication strategies used by the students from China …

Collaborative Writing Among Esl Diploma Students : A Case Study., Lin Siew Fong

Student Works (2010-2019)

The main objective of this study was to obtain insights on collaborative writing among mixed ability students in an ESL setting of an institution of higher learning. The focus of this study was on the process and the product of collaborative writing as most past studies concentrated on the process instead of the product of collaborative writing. The participants comprised two case study groups of twelve students from a Diploma in Computer Science course. Data was collected through video recordings of the collaborative writing sessions, interviews, diary entries, and observations. The data was analysed by describing and interpreting the incidents …

The Problems Of Perception And Production Of English Sounds By Persian Learners : A Contrastive And Error Analysis., Mohammad Javad Hejazi

Student Works (2010-2019)

The aim of the research presented in the current study is two fold: (i) to describe the phonetic and phonological systems of Persian and English, and (ii) to identify and analyze the errors committed by Persian learners in the perception and the production of English sounds. The research is based on a contrastive analysis of the Phonetic and Phonological systems of the two languages and an error analysis of the problems faced by Iranian students in the perception and pronunciation of the sounds of the English phonetic system. Findings of this study showed underprediction by CA, that is, the contrastive …

International Students' Beliefs And Perceptions Of Learning English In Malaysia., Sharifah Ayeshah Syed Mohd Noori

Student Works (2010-2019)

Among the cognitive and affective variables thought to influence language learning are language learning beliefs (Horwitz, 1987; Wenden, 1998; Ellis, 2008). These assumptions influence learners’ strategy choices and, as a result, their potential success. Therefore, it is necessary for language teachers and language programme administrators to understand the language learning beliefs of each new group of learners. One relatively new group of English language learners in Malaysia is the international student population. Since recent research in language learning beliefs, as well as in second language acquisition, has advocated a contextual, socio-cultural approach to studying the language learning process, the contextual …

Strategi Tanya-Jawab Dalam Bilik Darjah : Satu Analisia Pragmatik., Woon Chee Chee

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study analyzed pragmatically on the usage of Malay Language in classrooms’ question-answer contexts. The study focused on main question-answer strategies used by the lecturers and the students of Ungku Omar Polytechnic during five sampled sessions of teaching and learning. This research report explicitly revealed some significantly unique sequences of question-answer throughout the whole data, to be analyzed based on Searle’s felicity conditions specified in the Speech Act Theory (1969). The methodology of observation, note-jotting, and audio recordings were used to gather data in the study. Five sessions of teaching and learning in Pendidikan Moral were recorded and transcribed based …

A Contrastive And Error Analysis Of The Use Of English Prepositions By Malay Learners., Woo Sow Yin

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study has two main objectives. The first objective is to find the similarities and differences between the prepositions in English and Malay through the description of the prepositions of both the languages. Next, the second objective is to identify prepositional errors in the written text of Malay Form Five students and explain why these errors occur. The primary sources of reference for English prepositions are from four written sources namely Casell’s Students’ English Grammar, A University Grammar of English, A Practical English Grammar, and A Communicative Grammar of English. Tatabahasa Dewan, Tatabahasa Melayu and Nahu Kemas Kini: Panduan Bahasa …

The Effect Of Collaborative Learning On Individual Writing Performance Of Esl Learners., Suganthi Subramaniam

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study investigates the effects of collaborative learning on individual writing performance of ESL (English as Second Language) learners. The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of collaborative learning on individual writing performance among pre university students taking the Malaysian University English Test (MUET). The subjects in this study are a group of ten Lower Six students from the Science stream. The study is based on Vygtosky’s theory of cognitive development and Piaget’s social cognitive theory. The two research questions that have been the basis for this study are “To what extent does collaborative learning help ESL …

A Computer-Aided Error Analysis Of Multi-Word Units In A Malaysian Learner English Corpus., Lee Yit Sim

Student Works (2010-2019)

This is a study on multi-word unit (MWU) errors made by Malaysian English learners. The major approaches used in the analysis of learners’ writings are: error analysis and corpus-based approach. The findings from this study reveal that learners have problems with these MWUs: modal structures , infinitive structures , ‘adjective + noun’ collocations , and connectors . An analysis of these structures shows that the common erroneous patterns in these structures can generally be categorized as ‘overgeneralization’, ‘misformation’, ‘misselection’, and ‘distortion’. The causes of such errors are both interlingual as well as intralingual. Besides these factors, this study also highlighted …

Planteamientos Colaborativos En La Didáctica De La Composición Desde Modelos Procesuales, David Sánchez-Jiménez

Publications and Research

El presente artículo parte de una revisión del modelo tradicional de la enseñanza de la escritura en la clase de LE entendida como producto. Desde este punto de partida, se evidencian las ventajas de adoptar una escritura colaborativa basada en la consideración del texto como un proceso en construcción que pasa por diferentes fases creativas y en un modelo pedagógico que centra su atención en el alumno dentro de la práctica escrita.

SUMMARY: In the initial part of this article, we begin with a review of the traditional model of teaching composition in a foreign language class in which writing …

El Concepto De Audiencia Y La Colaboración Entre Iguales En La Revisión De Textos Escritos, David Sánchez-Jiménez

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The Impact Of Interactive Multimedia Kits And Websites On Self-Directed Learning In Chinese Pronunciation And Tones, Hui-Kuei Hsieh

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This study examined whether interactive multimedia (IM) and interactive websites (IW) have an impact on Millennials' self-directed learning in Chinese pronunciation and tones. A set of multimedia kits and several interactive websites were adopted for the study. Twenty-six volunteer German high school girls were involved in this study and were divided into two groups for two treatment conditions. Condition 1 was that the first group of learners used IM and IW to self-study Chinese pronunciation and tones for 4 weeks. Condition 2 was that the second group of learners used not only IM and IW for self-directed learning but also …

La Expresión Escrita En La Clase De Ele, David Sánchez-Jiménez

Publications and Research

En esta ponencia se presentará una definición de la expresión escrita y se tratará de reflexionar sobre los objetivos que persigue su uso y la valoración social de esta destreza, así como sobre la evolución de su tratamiento en la metodología de la enseñanza de lenguas. Se discutirán conceptos fundamentales en la composición del discurso escrito, tales como la planificación, textualización y revisión, a partir de los parámetros formales de cohesión, coherencia, adecuación y corrección gramatical. En su vertiente práctica, se presentará una tipología de actividades de expresión escrita y de estrategias que se ponen en práctica en esta destreza, …

Teaching Cultural Prototypes And Detecting Prototypical Errors Of L2 Learners, Tina Bennett Mowrey

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The focus of this study is the problem of first language (L1) transfer of cultural prototypes to specific L2 lexical items. This paper will provide a method for identifying and understanding cultural nuances in the meaning of words during the process of learning. An explanation of the learning process will be presented and the iconic or the prototypical level of cross-cultural communication will be analyzed. The APP will present a teaching approach on how to ascertain the L1 cultural prototypes being transferred to specific L2 lexical items. How to negotiate the meaning of these cultural prototypes of lexical items will …

Stimulating Reading Excitement In Secondary Level English Language Learners, Rachael J. Schweigert

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The purpose of this paper is to examine how ESL teachers can stimulate reading excitement in secondary level English language learners. The current research about factor which affect reading enjoyment in secondary level English language learners will also be discussed. These factors include element in reading instruction, attitudes toward reading, readability of text, interest level in literature, and availability of meaningful literature. Current research regarding applications that can be used in classrooms will also be reviewed, such as reading models and reading strategies. Based on the results of this research, suggestions will be presented regarding literature that can be used …

Shared Reading For Teaching English As A Foreign Language To Young Learners In Russia, Inna V. Kuznetsova

Graduate Research Papers

Shared Reading has proven to be very effective in developing language and literacy skills of children in the West. This project introduces Shared Reading as a curriculum component of English as a foreign language for young children in Russia. Review of the literature regarding the effectiveness of Shared Reading is described. The project includes two units of four lessons each that illustrate implementation of Shared Reading, oral language and other literacy activities. The project concludes with specific recommendations for dissemination of this work.

Using Children's Literature With Young Learners, Eowyn Ferey

Intensive English Language Program Faculty Publications and Presentations

The biggest practical challenges in using English language children's literature rather than readers created specifically for EFL/ESL students are:

• choosing an appropriate book
• preparing to teach, from writing lesson plans to developing supporting teaching materials
• brainstorming creative teaching ideas

This paper will serve as a guide for those who would like to use literature in the classroom with their young students, but aren't sure how to begin.

Espace Francophone Et Politiques Linguistiques : Glottophagie Ou Diversité Culturelle?, Zacharie Petnkeu Nzepa

Présence Francophone: Revue internationale de langue et de littérature

This paper is illustrative of the conflict of languages in a sociolinguistic landscape. It asserts that in French-speaking world, notably Black Africa and the West Indies, politics in collusion with French language policies work for the imperceptible, but gradual disappearance of vernaculars on behalf of the prestige of French language. The International Organization of "Francophonie" is depicted as being instrumental in the ongoing strategy. The article ends up suggesting criteria for a harmonious cohabitation of languages in the above-mentioned ommunities.

Tense Errors In The Written Work Of Malay Esl Students, Beatrise Fernandez A. M. Fernandez

Student Works (2000-2009)

This study aims to investigate the types of errors in the written texts of Form 3 Malay ESL students who have studied English in school for nine years. The subjects selected for this study consisted of 60 Form 3 Malay students in Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Telok Gadong, Klang. The subjects were required to write two essays, one in the simple past tense and one in the simple present tense. The essays were then examined, and errors in the simple past tense and simple present tense were identified and quantified. Other than writing the two essays, the subjects also answered a …

Penggunaan Kamus Arab-Melayu Di Kalangan Pelajar Sekolah Menengah, Norma Mohamad

Student Works (2000-2009)

Disertasi ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti peranan Kamus Arab-Melayu dan masalahmasalah penggunaan kamus di Sekolah Menengah. Kajian ini dilakukan terhadap 80 orang pelajar dan 7 orang guru bahasa Arab di salah sebuah sekolah kebangsaan agama di Daerah Besut, Terengganu, - Malaysia. Alat kajian yang digunakan ialah dua set ujian kefahaman yang sama untuk menguji peranan dan masalah penggunaan kamus, satu set soal selidik untuk pelajar dan temubual dengan pelajar, guru dan pentadbir Hasil kajian ini mendapati penggunaan kamus di kalangan pelajar-pelajar menengah atas tidak memuaskan. Begitu juga dengan guru-guru bahasa Arab didapati tidak memanafaatkan sepenuhnya penggunaan kamus. Kamus didapati berguna …

Penyediaan Buku Teks Bahasa Arab Untuk Pelajar Dewasa, Ibrahim Abdullah

Student Works (2000-2009)

Secara ringkas kajian ini cuba mengenengahkan salah satu permasalahan pengajaran bahasa Arab yang berkaitan dengan penyediaan buku teks Bahasa Arab untuk pelajar dewasa. lni kerana antara matlamat sesuatu pembelajaran bahasa adalah untuk mencapai kemahiran berbahasa, disamping dapat memenuhi tujuan sebenar pelajar belajar bahasa. Dalam penyelidikan ini, pengkaji akan cuba mengenal pasti masalah buku teks pengajaran yang diguna pakai oleh pengajar dan pelajar dewasa dalam pengajaran bahasa Arab. Untuk tujuan kajian ini, pengkaji telah memilih dua buah buku teks pengajaran. Pertama buku teks bahasa Arab yang diguna pakai di UiTM dan kedua buku teks bahasa Arab yang diguna pakai di UPM …

An Error Analysis Of English Interrogatives : A Case Study, Jr. Abd Manaff Abd. Rahman

Student Works (2000-2009)

This is an error analysis study on the interrogatives formed by 80 Form V students of Sekolah Menengah Ugama (Arab), Shamsul Maarif, Pulai Chondong, Machang Kelantan. Though these students have been learning English for 12 years, many still find it difficult to form wh and yes-no questions. The errors studied are confined to lexical errors and errors in 'fronting,' a syntactic consideration. In other words, the study will look at whether the correct question words have been put in front of the questions when forming wh questions and yes-no questions using verbs to-be, auxiliary verbs 'have', 'medals' and 'do' verbs. …

Analisis Kesilapan Sintaksis Dalam Karangan Di Kalangan Pelajar Prauniversiti : Satu Kajian Kes, Normaizam Hamid

Student Works (2000-2009)

The objective of this research is to obtain information on syntax error analysis of the Malay language among Upper Six Malay students of SMK Seri Nering, Besut, Terengganu. It aims to identify the types and frequency (occurrence) of errors in sentences made by both male and female respondents. The data of the research is collected by analyzing two written essay tests of each respondent to find out the errors made by students at the sentencial level. Questionnaires were also used to get results and achievement level of the BM paper in the SPM examination as well as information about students …

The Attitude Of Secondary School Students To The Use Of Pop Songs In The Esl Class, Fuziah Mustakim

Student Works (2000-2009)

This research is carried out to examine the case for the usage of pop songs as a methodological option in teaching English language in secondary school in Malaysian context. It aims to show that teenagers prefer using pop songs in language learning. It explains the place of English in Malaysians schools and its curriculum. It also discusses rationale, research questions and limitations of the study. Theories in language learning are discussed in detail and attempt to show how pop songs play a role in these theories as a material to learn English as a second language. The researcher explains the …

Kiasan Melayu Dalam Pengucapan Awam : Satu Kajian Teks Ucapan, Norazlina Mohd. Kiram

Student Works (2000-2009)

This research presents an analysis on the use of Malay idioms in public speeches. The analysis is based on the speech on the National Budget 1998. Research has found that the budget speech contained direct criticisms that negatively affect the target group. This phenomenon should not have happened if only the speaker was more careful in his diction. The analysis aims at identifying the Malay forms of idiomatic expression used in speech texts. The categorization of forms is based on the study done by Safian Hussein ( 1988). To relate it to public speaking, this study will refer to the …