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ERIC Number: EJ623310
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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ISSN: ISSN-0379-0037
Pragmatic Competence: A Longitudinal Observation.
Kasanga, L. A.
Indian Journal of Applied Linguistics, v25 n1-2 p87-104 Jan-Dec 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), Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Intercultural Communication, Interlanguage, Linguistic Input, Linguistic Theory, Longitudinal Studies, Pragmatics, Second Language Learning
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: Special issue: Applied Language Studies in Southern Africa.