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Osman, Nazira Binti; Jusoff, Kamaruzaman – International Education Studies, 2009
This paper examines the effectiveness of routinizing lexical phrases to a group of second language learners. A group of proficiency class students were drilled or routinized with semi-fixed and fixed phrases which are commonly used in problem-solving group discussion. Basic frequency counts and interview were carried out to see improvement in…
Descriptors: Discourse Modes, Discourse Analysis, Speech Communication, Second Language Programs
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Kelly-Kleese, Christine – Community College Review, 2001
Suggests that it is appropriate to view the community college as a discourse community in its own right, and as a part of the larger discourse community of higher education. Argues that this shift in judgment might increase perceptions of community college competence, thus moving them into positions of legitimate power. (Contains 14 references.)…
Descriptors: Academic Discourse, Community Colleges, Discourse Analysis, Discourse Communities