The Dynamics of Rule Conflict in English and Japanese Conversation.

Noguchi, Rei R.

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ERIC Number: EJ352619

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1987

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The Dynamics of Rule Conflict in English and Japanese Conversation.

Noguchi, Rei R.

IRAL, v25 n1 p15-24 Feb 1987

Examples of conversational interactions between a native speaker of English and a Japanese person learning English illustrate the need for more culturally sensitive English as a second language teaching, pointing out that language instruction requires attention and sensitivity to not just linguistic factors but also sociolinguistic aspects. (CB)

Descriptors: Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Influences, English (Second Language), Japanese, Language Fluency, North Americans, Oral Language, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Social Differences, Sociolinguistics, Uncommonly Taught Languages

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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