Author : Keiko Koda
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 17,20 MB
Release : 2005-01-10
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780521545136
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Author : Karim Sadeghi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 12,95 MB
Release : 2021-08-25
Category : Education
ISBN : 3030844706
This book investigates the issue of cloze-validity as a measure of second language reading comprehension. It starts off by making a distinction between general reading ability and the more specific reading comprehension followed by a thorough review of the related research on L2 reading comprehension and sorting out the confusion in the literature in this categorization. A comprehensive account of cloze procedure is presented discussing its origin, different versions, its use for teaching and testing purposes, as well the latest research on cloze as measures of readability, language proficiency and second language reading. The book includes studies conducted at several stages on validating cloze as a measure of reading and interview and questionnaire techniques are applied to investigate the validity of eight cloze tests, criterion reading tests, and other cloze and reading tests in general. Two new cloze tests, i.e. reader-centered cloze test and phrase cloze test, are also introduced and researched as measures of reading ability. The book concludes with suggestions for developing tests that can better measure reading comprehension in light of recent research insights on the complex and dynamic nature of reading. This book will appeal to researchers, lecturers and graduate and post-graduate students taking a course in Second Language Acquisition, Applied Linguistics, TESOL, Language Assessment, and Educational Measurement.
Author : Elizabeth Buchter Bernhardt
Publisher : Praeger
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 37,88 MB
Release : 1991
Category : Language and languages
ISBN :
Berhardt advocates more principled research and instruction in second language literacy. This book is a personal statement based on her own theory and research as well as that of others. It provides a comprehensive review of what is known about the second language reading process based on principles drawn from the synthesis of empirical data. The discussion is set forth from four main perspectives: an examination of theoretical models of the reading process and their application to second language contexts; a synthesis of empirical data of second language reading research from 1973 to 1989; descriptions of reader-based interactions with second language texts; and curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Author : Kristin Lems
Publisher : Guilford Press
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 15,71 MB
Release : 2009-11-20
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1606234706
Written specifically for K–12 educators, this accessible book explains the processes involved in second-language acquisition and provides a wealth of practical strategies for helping English language learners (ELLs) succeed at reading. The authors integrate knowledge from two fields that often remain disconnected—linguistics and literacy—with a focus on what works in the classroom. Teachers learn effective practices for supporting students as they build core competencies not just for reading in English, but also for listening, speaking, and writing. Engaging vignettes and examples illustrate ways to promote ELLs’ communicative skills across the content areas and in formal and informal settings.
Author : William Grabe
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 603 pages
File Size : 28,28 MB
Release : 2022-09-08
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1108882498
Understanding reading abilities and their development is fundamental for language comprehension and human cognition. Now in its second edition, this book draws on research from multiple disciplines to explain reading abilities in both L1 and L2, and shows how this research can be applied in practice in order to support reading development. Research into reading has progressed a great deal since the first edition was published, so this edition has been completely updated and revised, in order to reflect these advances. All chapters present updated research studies, and completely new chapters are included on the neurocognition of reading, reading-writing relationships, and digital reading. If you want to know how reading works, no matter the language(s) involved, as well as how it can be taught effectively, this book provides a persuasive research foundation and many practical insights. It is essential reading for academic researchers and students in Applied Linguistics and TESOL.
Author : Iria Bello
Publisher : Peter Lang Limited, International Academic Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,33 MB
Release : 2019
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781787078918
This volume employs a range of empirical methodologies, including eye-tracking, direct observation, qualitative research and corpus analysis, to describe the use of discourse markers in second language acquisition. It aims to enrich our understanding of the cognitive behaviour of L2 speakers.
Author : William Grabe
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 45,32 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780521729741
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Author : Christine Nuttall
Publisher :
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 17,58 MB
Release : 1988
Category : English language
ISBN :
Author : Christina Gkonou
Publisher : Multilingual Matters
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 19,32 MB
Release : 2017-04-25
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1783097736
This book provides an overview of current theory, research and practice in the field of language anxiety and brings together a range of perspectives on this psychological construct in a single volume. Chapters in the volume are divided into three sections. Part 1 revisits language anxiety theory, showing that it can be viewed as a complex and dynamic construct and that it is linked to other psychological variables, such as the self and personality. In Part 2, a series of contextualised studies on language anxiety are presented, with a key feature of these studies being the diverse research designs which are applied in different instructional settings across the globe. Part 3 bridges theory and practice by presenting coping strategies and practice activities with a view to informing classroom practice and pedagogical interventions.
Author : Hassan Mohebbi
Publisher : Castledown Publishers
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 16,30 MB
Release : 2023-04-23
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1914291158
Writing is one of the most challenging skills for a language learner to acquire due its sheer complexity, and language teachers are faced with a demanding task in the teaching and testing of writing. This book presents relevant conceptual and theoretical frameworks of second language writing research and sheds light on the implications of the recent research findings in a clear and practice-oriented style. In this way, it is intended as a companion book for language teachers who include writing as a part of their courses, in particular, new teachers as they embark on their teaching careers.
