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Second Language Learning Strategies and Japanese: Does Orthography Make a Difference?
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Grainger, Peter – System: An International Journal of Educational Technology and Applied Linguistics, 2005
Orthographic languages have not been a major focus for second language learning strategy researchers. Much of the strategy research has focused on English as a second language or English as a foreign language. This is despite the many structural differences, particularly in relation to reading and writing, which might significantly influence…
Descriptors: Japanese, Second Languages, Second Language Learning, Learning Strategies
Language Learning Strategy Use of ESL Students in an Intensive English Learning Context
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Hong-Nam, Kyungsim; Leavell, Alexandra G. – System: An International Journal of Educational Technology and Applied Linguistics, 2006
This study investigated the language learning strategy use of 55 ESL students with differing cultural and linguistic backgrounds enrolled in a college Intensive English Program (IEP). The IEP is a language learning institute for pre-admissions university ESL students, and is an important step in developing not only students' basic Interpersonal…
Descriptors: Learning Strategies, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, College Students