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Solak, Ekrem – Online Submission, 2014
How successful learners learn English has been one of the primary interest of scientists and researchers in recent years. Therefore, this study aimed to determine what language learning strategies the military personnel from different nations used while learning English. 56 subjects from 14 different nations deployed in three different military…
Descriptors: Learning Strategies, Context Effect, Military Personnel, English (Second Language)
Solak, Ekrem; Altay, Firat – Online Submission, 2014
Listening skill has been called as the "Cinderella Skill" which is overlooked by its elder sister speaking in language learning. Therefore, the purpose of the study was to reemphasize the importance of listening skill in ELT context and to determine prospective English teachers' perceptions of listening comprehension problems. The study…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Preservice Teachers, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
Solak, Ekrem; Bayar, Adem – Online Submission, 2014
Motivation can be considered one of the most important factors determining success in language classroom. Therefore, this research aims to determine the variables influencing the motivational strategies used by non-native English teachers in Turkish context. 122 non-native English teachers teaching English at a state-run university prep school…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Motivation Techniques, Foreign Nationals, English Teachers
Solak, Ekrem; Altay, Firat – Online Submission, 2014
The purpose of this research was to determine what types of reading strategies prospective English Teachers used to accomplish in their reading assignments and activities. The study was conducted at a state-run University, English Language Teaching Department in Turkey. The participants were 130 prospective English Teachers majoring English…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning
Solak, Ekrem – Online Submission, 2014
This research aims to determine the preference of prospective English teachers in performing computer and paper-based reading tasks and to what extent computer and paper-based reading influence their reading speed, accuracy and comprehension. The research was conducted at a State run University, English Language Teaching Department in Turkey. The…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teaching Methods, Computer Assisted Instruction, Conventional Instruction
Solak, Ekrem – Online Submission, 2012
The purpose of this research is to explore the role of motivational factors in the academic achievement of EFL learners. The research was conducted at a State University, Faculty of Education in Turkey. The participants were 230 freshman prospective teachers from four different academic majors taking English class. Attitude/Motivation Test Battery…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Student Motivation, Academic Achievement, English (Second Language)
Solak, Ekrem – Online Submission, 2013
Turkish Armed Forces have been participating in joint missions together with other nations for decades. Since English is the medium of instruction in these missions, participating members should have NATO Standards in terms of language proficiency levels in four skills. Therefore, this study aims to specify personnel's views and their language…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Armed Forces, Language Proficiency, Second Language Learning
Solak, Ekrem – Online Submission, 2012
Problem Statement: English learning and teaching activities are crucial for Turkish Gendarmerie personnel serving both at home and in various regions of the world. However, there is no sound basis determining the language needs of the gendarmerie organization and personnel to lead them to accomplishment in joint missions. Purpose of Study: This…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Needs Assessment, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
Solak, Ekrem – Online Submission, 2010
The aim of this study is to prepare a suggested syllabus in accordance with NATO Stanag 6001 Level 3 perspective for the Advanced Level English Course at Gendarmerie Schools Command which is subordinate to Gendarmerie General Command. It is believed that this study will contribute to other studies in the context of NATO Stanag 6001 language…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Course Descriptions, Advanced Courses, English (Second Language)