This paper discusses the implementation of self-assessment in consecutive interpreting among novice learners in a non-interpreting environment specifically referring to the interpreting courses offered at USM （Univer...This paper discusses the implementation of self-assessment in consecutive interpreting among novice learners in a non-interpreting environment specifically referring to the interpreting courses offered at USM （Universiti Sains Malaysia）, being the only bachelor＇s degree programme in Translation and Interpreting in Malaysia, and the learners＇ perception on this mode of assessment with the goal of fostering learner autonomy among them. Such implementation was made possible with the shift from analogue technology to digital technology, the deployment of e-learning in the course instruction, and the shift from teacher-centred learning approach to student-centred learning approach in line with the university＇s APEX （Accelerated Programme for Excellence） transformation plan. Findings show a high acceptance level of self-assessment among novice learners of interpreting展开更多
The teaching of speaking has been neglected in EFL （English as a Foreign Language） settings throughout language history which led to negative effects on EFL teachers＇ and learners＇ attitudes. While teachers exhibi...The teaching of speaking has been neglected in EFL （English as a Foreign Language） settings throughout language history which led to negative effects on EFL teachers＇ and learners＇ attitudes. While teachers exhibit hesitation having no preset teaching paradigms at their disposal, learners experience withdrawal in speaking situations that demand interactional ease and socio-pragmatic awareness. Indeed, both the type of instruction and the complexity of this skill make of the teaching of spoken language a highly controversial issue especially with the implicit dichotomy that speaking entails and which opposes accurate mastery of linguistic patterns to ease or facility in meaning transmission. This paper aims at reconsidering the way this dormant skill has been tackled and the interfering variables that should be rethought and revisited while dealing with it.展开更多
Reading is a pertinent skill of the four basic language skills. English teaching and learning in Nigeria cannot but be given all special attention since it is the major language of administration, economics, religious...Reading is a pertinent skill of the four basic language skills. English teaching and learning in Nigeria cannot but be given all special attention since it is the major language of administration, economics, religious propagation, and others in the nation. This paper has traced the treatment of reading aspect of English in the Nigerian Junior Secondary Schools using the teachers, students, and the nation＇s curriculum as instrument of operation. Some of the problems militating against effective teaching of reading skill in English were identified and discussed. Recommendations for achieving effective language teaching and learning focusing on English reading skill were highlighted. In the end, English teachers＇ attention is drawn on better ways of teaching reading as an important skill of the English language education展开更多
International students choosing to study abroad face a change in self-identity, which in many cases takes them by surprise and which is affected by a multiplicity of factors. Within the framework of Tajfel＇s Social I...International students choosing to study abroad face a change in self-identity, which in many cases takes them by surprise and which is affected by a multiplicity of factors. Within the framework of Tajfel＇s Social Identity Theory, we examine the nature of identity and the many contexts in which it is shaped, mainly in reference to the ESL （English as a Second Language） classroom, but with broader implications for the students＇ experiences in Western classroom as a whole. We discuss the challenges facing not only students, but also faculty who wish to assist students in the formation of their new identities展开更多
In 21 st century, daily life has become much more difficult to deal with and conflict-centered social life has begun to dominate the lives of the individuals more and more. In that kind of a hieroglyphic world, the ke...In 21 st century, daily life has become much more difficult to deal with and conflict-centered social life has begun to dominate the lives of the individuals more and more. In that kind of a hieroglyphic world, the key of creating difference in education is the use of literature in the classroom. The classroom is a dynamic venue as life itself, and through literature, a teacher can unite living and learning that will promote a better social and psychological life for the learners. The subject of this study is to present the ＂MECL Way＂ that is the acquisition of＂Multiculturalism＂, ＂Empathy＂, and ＂Creativity＂ through comparative literature. The objective of this study is to display the magical power of comparative literature in the classroom and to indicate how literature teaching brings learners in key concepts of life. ＂MECL Way＂ aims to illustrate the indispensable interaction between living and learning and how comparative literature can promote the creation of creative and emphatic individuals, who will be strictly bounded with other cultures, and unavoidably different from the lonely crowd.展开更多
This paper, first, looks into what cultural diversity in higher education is. Secondly, it offers speculations on different attitudes of educators and students to multiculturalism because of certain myths that are als...This paper, first, looks into what cultural diversity in higher education is. Secondly, it offers speculations on different attitudes of educators and students to multiculturalism because of certain myths that are also described and dispelled. Thirdly, the author dwells on types of programs that may help maintain cultural diversity in universities. Finally, the author focuses on the contribution of the National Research University HSE （＂Higher School of Economics＂） to promoting multiculturalism, mostly on arranging international online forums to bring two and more cultures together. When analyzing the forum content, communication strategies used by the students were determined and described.展开更多
Vocabulary has been the most difficult part language learners encounter in the process of their language learning and their daily communication. Nevertheless vocabulary teaching and learning has not been given due imp...Vocabulary has been the most difficult part language learners encounter in the process of their language learning and their daily communication. Nevertheless vocabulary teaching and learning has not been given due importance and has become the bottleneck in college English instruction although it is central to language learning. Task-based Instruction Approach, noted for its advanced methodology in facilitating vocabulary learning and teaching, is introduced in the vocabulary teaching implementation in this paper. By analyzing the theoretical basis and features of Task-based Instruction Approach, the author puts forward strategies for vocabulary teaching and learning as well as principles in task design with the aim of improving leamers＇ vocabulary acquiring competence and language competence, fostering learners＇ emotional and cognitive development, and at the same time providing insights into culture of English language展开更多
Teacher autonomy is one of the most significant and problematic concepts to have emerged from the field of teacher education in recent years. It has generally been referred to as teachers＇ control over their own teac...Teacher autonomy is one of the most significant and problematic concepts to have emerged from the field of teacher education in recent years. It has generally been referred to as teachers＇ control over their own teaching Teachers＇ autonomous learning is also one of the most effective ways to support teachers in their classroom practice, as well as to improve and expand their professional preparation and practices. Research on teacher autonomy in the field of second language education has had a short history and many terms related to language teacher autonomy are still under discussion. The paper mainly discusses the rationale of teacher autonomy and its related topics in the literature in recent years, and then presents the authors＇ own views about the research on teacher autonomy of university English teachers in China.展开更多
This paper gives a detailed annlysis of the learner-based teaching in EFL （English as a Foreign Language）. It deals with how we arrive at learner-based teaching, what is the role of teachers and the textbooks, and t...This paper gives a detailed annlysis of the learner-based teaching in EFL （English as a Foreign Language）. It deals with how we arrive at learner-based teaching, what is the role of teachers and the textbooks, and the advantages and potential problems of learner-based teaching in EFL. The main principle in learner-based teaching is that all class activities can be done in using information that the learners themselves bring into the class. What is novel about learner-based teaching is the idea that all activities can be based on that wealth of experience, their grammar exercises, or translations, etc.. In learner-based teaching, we should know how to help students to teach themselves in learning English. In using a learner-based approach, the learners themselves are responsible for the information input, thereby ensuring its relevance and topicality for each particular group. The basic procedure has two stages First, learners prepare materials which are designed to practice. Second, these materials are passed to other learners in the class who carry out the activities. In this way, students obtain valuable language practice, not only while they are using the materials, but also while they are preparing them as well.展开更多
文摘This paper discusses the implementation of self-assessment in consecutive interpreting among novice learners in a non-interpreting environment specifically referring to the interpreting courses offered at USM （Universiti Sains Malaysia）, being the only bachelor＇s degree programme in Translation and Interpreting in Malaysia, and the learners＇ perception on this mode of assessment with the goal of fostering learner autonomy among them. Such implementation was made possible with the shift from analogue technology to digital technology, the deployment of e-learning in the course instruction, and the shift from teacher-centred learning approach to student-centred learning approach in line with the university＇s APEX （Accelerated Programme for Excellence） transformation plan. Findings show a high acceptance level of self-assessment among novice learners of interpreting
文摘The teaching of speaking has been neglected in EFL （English as a Foreign Language） settings throughout language history which led to negative effects on EFL teachers＇ and learners＇ attitudes. While teachers exhibit hesitation having no preset teaching paradigms at their disposal, learners experience withdrawal in speaking situations that demand interactional ease and socio-pragmatic awareness. Indeed, both the type of instruction and the complexity of this skill make of the teaching of spoken language a highly controversial issue especially with the implicit dichotomy that speaking entails and which opposes accurate mastery of linguistic patterns to ease or facility in meaning transmission. This paper aims at reconsidering the way this dormant skill has been tackled and the interfering variables that should be rethought and revisited while dealing with it.
文摘Reading is a pertinent skill of the four basic language skills. English teaching and learning in Nigeria cannot but be given all special attention since it is the major language of administration, economics, religious propagation, and others in the nation. This paper has traced the treatment of reading aspect of English in the Nigerian Junior Secondary Schools using the teachers, students, and the nation＇s curriculum as instrument of operation. Some of the problems militating against effective teaching of reading skill in English were identified and discussed. Recommendations for achieving effective language teaching and learning focusing on English reading skill were highlighted. In the end, English teachers＇ attention is drawn on better ways of teaching reading as an important skill of the English language education
文摘International students choosing to study abroad face a change in self-identity, which in many cases takes them by surprise and which is affected by a multiplicity of factors. Within the framework of Tajfel＇s Social Identity Theory, we examine the nature of identity and the many contexts in which it is shaped, mainly in reference to the ESL （English as a Second Language） classroom, but with broader implications for the students＇ experiences in Western classroom as a whole. We discuss the challenges facing not only students, but also faculty who wish to assist students in the formation of their new identities
文摘In 21 st century, daily life has become much more difficult to deal with and conflict-centered social life has begun to dominate the lives of the individuals more and more. In that kind of a hieroglyphic world, the key of creating difference in education is the use of literature in the classroom. The classroom is a dynamic venue as life itself, and through literature, a teacher can unite living and learning that will promote a better social and psychological life for the learners. The subject of this study is to present the ＂MECL Way＂ that is the acquisition of＂Multiculturalism＂, ＂Empathy＂, and ＂Creativity＂ through comparative literature. The objective of this study is to display the magical power of comparative literature in the classroom and to indicate how literature teaching brings learners in key concepts of life. ＂MECL Way＂ aims to illustrate the indispensable interaction between living and learning and how comparative literature can promote the creation of creative and emphatic individuals, who will be strictly bounded with other cultures, and unavoidably different from the lonely crowd.
文摘This paper, first, looks into what cultural diversity in higher education is. Secondly, it offers speculations on different attitudes of educators and students to multiculturalism because of certain myths that are also described and dispelled. Thirdly, the author dwells on types of programs that may help maintain cultural diversity in universities. Finally, the author focuses on the contribution of the National Research University HSE （＂Higher School of Economics＂） to promoting multiculturalism, mostly on arranging international online forums to bring two and more cultures together. When analyzing the forum content, communication strategies used by the students were determined and described.
文摘Vocabulary has been the most difficult part language learners encounter in the process of their language learning and their daily communication. Nevertheless vocabulary teaching and learning has not been given due importance and has become the bottleneck in college English instruction although it is central to language learning. Task-based Instruction Approach, noted for its advanced methodology in facilitating vocabulary learning and teaching, is introduced in the vocabulary teaching implementation in this paper. By analyzing the theoretical basis and features of Task-based Instruction Approach, the author puts forward strategies for vocabulary teaching and learning as well as principles in task design with the aim of improving leamers＇ vocabulary acquiring competence and language competence, fostering learners＇ emotional and cognitive development, and at the same time providing insights into culture of English language
文摘Teacher autonomy is one of the most significant and problematic concepts to have emerged from the field of teacher education in recent years. It has generally been referred to as teachers＇ control over their own teaching Teachers＇ autonomous learning is also one of the most effective ways to support teachers in their classroom practice, as well as to improve and expand their professional preparation and practices. Research on teacher autonomy in the field of second language education has had a short history and many terms related to language teacher autonomy are still under discussion. The paper mainly discusses the rationale of teacher autonomy and its related topics in the literature in recent years, and then presents the authors＇ own views about the research on teacher autonomy of university English teachers in China.
文摘This paper gives a detailed annlysis of the learner-based teaching in EFL （English as a Foreign Language）. It deals with how we arrive at learner-based teaching, what is the role of teachers and the textbooks, and the advantages and potential problems of learner-based teaching in EFL. The main principle in learner-based teaching is that all class activities can be done in using information that the learners themselves bring into the class. What is novel about learner-based teaching is the idea that all activities can be based on that wealth of experience, their grammar exercises, or translations, etc.. In learner-based teaching, we should know how to help students to teach themselves in learning English. In using a learner-based approach, the learners themselves are responsible for the information input, thereby ensuring its relevance and topicality for each particular group. The basic procedure has two stages First, learners prepare materials which are designed to practice. Second, these materials are passed to other learners in the class who carry out the activities. In this way, students obtain valuable language practice, not only while they are using the materials, but also while they are preparing them as well.
