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Peer reviewedJohnson, Keith – ELT Journal, 1988
Viewing language learning as another skill acquisition process allows correction to be seen differently. An "error" occurs when knowledge is faulty, a "mistake" when only the performance is faulty. Mistakes can be corrected when (1) the student desires correction; (2) knows what is correct; (3) knows a mistake has occurred; and…
Descriptors: Error Analysis (Language), Feedback, Interlanguage, Language Processing
Peer reviewedGardner, David – ELT Journal, 1987
Describes an attempt made at the University of Reading to support or discount claims made about the pedagogic value of communication games. Some evidence was found in support of games' roles in encouraging students to practice language skills. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: College Second Language Programs, College Students, Communication (Thought Transfer), Communicative Competence (Languages)
