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Peer reviewedLeung, Ching Yin – Reading in a Foreign Language, 2002
Investigated the impact of extensive reading on an adult's self-study of Japanese over a 20-week period. Data were collected from a learner diary, audio recordings from several private tutorial sessions, and vocabulary tests. Results show extensive reading can enhance vocabulary acquisition and reading comprehension and promote a positive attitude…
Descriptors: Adults, Independent Study, Japanese, Reading Comprehension
National Association of Self-Instructional Language Programs. – 1983
These language testing guidelines--grouped according to the five categories of the oral language interview: grammar, comprehension, pronunciation, vocabulary, and language utilization (communicative competence)--are presented for the language proficiency examiner. Brief guidelines for assessment are given for each of five levels of proficiency,…
Descriptors: Independent Study, Language Proficiency, Language Tests, Programed Instruction
Takalo, Ronald – 1985
While it is a common complaint that there are no established standards for determining what constitutes quality foreign language software, a 1984 review of the literature revealed that there exists more consensus than confusion. Although there are not many articles that directly address the issue of quality software, many writers do touch on the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Educational Games, Independent Study
Peer reviewedHargan, Noleen – System, 1994
Describes an experience with Do-It-Yourself Placement (DIYP), a procedure to cope with problems arising from a combination of large classes and an emphasis on analytic grammar skills to the neglect of reading and writing skills relevant to the context of study. Obstacles to change in approaches to second-language teaching are discussed. (13…
Descriptors: Change Agents, Class Size, Comparative Analysis, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedLeBlanc, Leona B. – College Teaching, 1992
The design, implementation, and evaluation of a self-paced course in first-year college French are described, focusing on student choice in deciding which of four language skills (listening/speaking, writing, reading, or culture) they would concentrate on. Considered are course organization, use of assistants and student tutors, and course…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Course Evaluation
Sanders, Carol, Ed. – 1981
The papers in this volume discuss practical approaches to some of the current problems of degree-level language teaching. Section one discusses non-literary registers in advanced language teaching including the use of texts in teaching, suggestions for a course in practical sociolinguistics, and exercises for advancing from paraphrase to an…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Practices, French, Group Instruction
Download full textSingleton, D. M., Ed.; Little, D. G., Ed. – 1984
A number of issues of central importance to understanding the nature of language, its acquisition and use were considered at a seminar on language learning. Papers delivered at the seminar are as follows: "Why Don't Learners Learn What Teachers Teach? The Interaction Hypothesis" (Dick Allwright); "The Role of Instruction in Second Language…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Applied Linguistics, Bilingualism, Children
Many Voices, 1996
The seven issues of this New Zealand journal contain brief articles on a variety of immigrant and multicultural education issues. Topics include: the role of English language instruction in creating opportunities; Pacific Islander university students; lecture listening and note-taking techniques; the language of geography examinations; audiotape…
Descriptors: Audiotape Recordings, Community Schools, Creative Writing, Cultural Pluralism
