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Lecturers' and Students' Perceptions of the Use of Modifiers
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Lin, Chia-Yen; Lau, Ken; Cousineau, Jacob – ELT Journal, 2018
The textual and interpersonal functions of modifiers are extensively discussed in the literature. However, how these linguistic devices can be strategically used to assist lecture comprehension has been under-investigated, particularly in EFL/ESL contexts. Drawing on corpus analyses, interviews, and questionnaires, this study compares Taiwanese…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Contrastive Linguistics
Learner-Created Lexical Databases Using Web-Based Source Material
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Friedman, Gregory L. – ELT Journal, 2009
The use of authentic text has been argued to increase learner awareness of lexical form, function, and meaning (for example, Willis 1990; Johns 1994). The Web provides ready-made material and tools for both learner-centred reading and vocabulary tasks. This study reports on the results of a project in which Japanese university EFL students made…
Descriptors: Sentences, Databases, Internet, Peer Teaching
Teaching English Metaphors Using Cross-Linguistic Awareness-Raising Activities.
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Deignan, A.; Gabrys, D.; Solska, A. – ELT Journal, 1997
Reports on a translation exercise undertaken by Polish learners of English which revealed how metaphorical expressions vary between the two languages and how this variation confuses learners. Suggests that group discussion and comparison of metaphors in both languages will increase students' comprehension and use of metaphors. (nine references)…
Descriptors: College Students, Concept Formation, Contrastive Linguistics, English (Second Language)