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Canto-Knoerr, Helene – Francais dans le Monde, 1992
A discussion of intonation instruction in second-language teaching looks at the role, objectives, and scope of such instruction; the tools teachers need to accomplish it (background in theory, practical guidelines, a method, appropriate research, and equipment); and the need for and possible design of related software. (MSE)
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
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Crandall, JoAnn – Annual Review of Applied Linguistics, 1991
A discussion of economic and social arguments that advance adult literacy is followed by a review of definitions of literacy, issues of literacy instruction, issues of language, and issues of assessment and evaluation. (91 references) (LB)
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Annotated Bibliographies, Applied Linguistics, Basic Skills
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Bialystok, Ellen; Majumder, Shilpi – Applied Psycholinguistics, 1998
A study examined the effects of differing degrees of bilingualism (English monolingual, English-French balanced bilingual, Bengali-English partial bilingual) on nonverbal problem-solving abilities of 71 grade-three children. The groups were compared on control of attention and analysis of knowledge. Results indicate the balanced bilinguals…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Attention Control, Bengali, Bilingualism
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Kubota, Ryuko – TESOL Quarterly, 1999
Questions the cultural labels attached to Japanese culture in much of applied linguistics research. Maintains that such labels are constructed by a colonial discourse that views the "other" as being what the West is not. Proposes a pedagogy of critical literacy that supports cultural pluralism while recognizing the benefits of an…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Applied Linguistics, Colonialism, Cultural Differences
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Kasanga, L. A. – Indian Journal of Applied Linguistics, 1999
Focuses on the development of pragmatic competence by adult non-native users of English. One aim of the study was to verify whether exposure to models of requesting devices used by a competent user would be beneficial to a less competent user. Results suggest that such exposure is beneficial. (Author/VWL)
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, College Students, Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language)
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Fox, Janna – Language Assessment Quarterly, 2004
In response to the American Association of Applied Linguistics' presentation of the Distinguished Scholarship and Service Award for extraordinary contributions to the fields of language learning, teaching, and testing in May 2004, Merrill Swain described her own work as "moving in cycles of research, theory and practice." These "spirals" ("cycles…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Immersion Programs, Applied Linguistics, Bilingual Education
Masny, Diana – 1996
In a review of literature on second language learning, an opinion is put forth that certain assumptions underlying the theory and the research have influenced researchers' attitudes about second language development and diminished the objectivity of the research. Furthermore the content of the research must then be examined within its…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Cultural Context, Foreign Countries, Language Research
Little, David – 1989
An applied linguistic framework is presented within which specific applications of media technologies may be applied to language learning. The first two parts of the paper focus on the impact of media on linguistic communication and the possibilities offered by media technologies such as newspapers, radio, television, telephone/telex, computer…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Audiovisual Aids, Broadcast Television, Computer Networks
Helot, Christine – 1989
The role of the language laboratory in current language teaching and learning is discussed. Four main aspects of audio technology and its relationship to language learning are covered: (1) the technological aspect: what a language lab is and what kinds of labs are available in Ireland; (2) the research aspect: what kind of research is being…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Audio Equipment, College Second Language Programs, Communicative Competence (Languages)
Dickerson, Wayne B., Ed.; And Others – Issues and Development in English and Applied Linguistics (IDEAL), 1986
This document consists of the premier issue of an annual international journal on the acquisition and teaching of English as a Second Language (ESL). Its six articles and their contributors are as follows: "Adapting and Applying Levinson's Concept of the 'Dispreferred Second' to the Review of the ESL Materials" (Lawrence F. Bouton);…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Comparative Analysis, Consonants, Contrastive Linguistics
van Els, Theo – Toegepaste Taalwetenschap in Artikelen (Applied Linguistics in Articles), 1990
The role of the applied linguist in interpreting research for language teaching policy formation is examined. First, foreign language teaching policy, and the various considerations to be made in determining policy, are defined. Then three aspects of language teaching are discussed: policy developments in the Netherlands in the last few decades,…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Language and Automation, 1970
This issue of the journal contains citations of articles and other publications, many in translation, on aspects of information science of interest to the language field, including: linguistics and computation, mechanical translation, quantitative linguistics, computer science, information science, theoretical linguistics, languages,…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Kleinsasser, Robert C. – AILA Review, 2004
This paper reviews some emerging trends in applied linguistics in both Australia and New Zealand. It sketches the current scene of (selected) postgraduate applied linguistics programs in higher education and considers how various university programs define applied linguistics through the classes (titles) they have postgraduate students complete to…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Applied Linguistics, Trend Analysis, Higher Education
Richards, Jack C.; Rodgers, Ted – 1980
Three interrelated pedagogical elements--approach, design, and procedure--are basic in a discussion of language teaching. Approach defines those foundational assumptions, beliefs, and theories about the nature of language and language learning. Design specifies the relationships of theories to both the form and use of instructional materials.…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Class Activities, Educational Principles, Instructional Design
Redard, F., Ed.; And Others – 1979
This special issue concerns the content, function, and form of instructional materials dealing with second language instruction. The following articles appear: (1) "Deliberate Semantics--an 'Interventionist' Approach to Second Language Teaching Methodology," by A.P.R. Howatt; (2) "Sprechakte und Sprachunterricht (Speech Acts and Language…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Development
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