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ERIC Number: EJ624302
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-1052-231X
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The Power of Theory in the Administration of ESL Programs.
Nolan, Robert E.
Adult Basic Education, v11 n1 p3-16 Spr 2001
Case study of an English as a foreign language program in Central America that was based on linguistic theory illustrates how adherence to theory influenced learning expectations, motivation, and performance. Theory guided teacher training and curriculum design and gave learners concrete goals and a method of self-assessment. (Contains 22 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Action Research, Educational Principles, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Linguistic Theory, Program Administration, Second Language Learning, Theory Practice Relationship
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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