ERIC Number: EJ1289317
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 14
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ISSN: EISSN-2575-694X
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Enhancing Conversations with English Language Learners in Communication Centers
Harrison, Erin Ellis; Myrick, Caroline
Communication Center Journal, v6 n1 p18-40 2020
Communication centers often focus on supporting students' communicative competencies in public speaking but some centers have expanded this focus to include support for English language learners (ELLs). Armed with research on the value of conversation in language acquisition, the University Speaking Center has incorporated peer consulting of ELLs, known as conversation consultations, into its offered services and evolved over time through a collaborative process with student staff, English language instructors, and ELLs in efforts to be both effective and responsive to those who we seek to support. The motivation to support speakers in their ongoing process of becoming more confident and competent oral communicators has allowed for the development of a multifaceted model of service for ELLs at each level of language acquisition.
Descriptors: English Language Learners, Universities, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Language Teachers, Oral Language, Communicative Competence (Languages), College Students, Program Descriptions, International Education, Peer Relationship, Feedback (Response), Intercultural Communication, Native Speakers, Peer Teaching, Case Studies, Public Speaking, Academic Support Services
National Association of Communication Centers. 738 South Mason Street MSC 1023, Harrisonburg, VA 22807. e-mail: ccj_editor@uncg.edu; Web site: http://libjournal.uncg.edu/ccj/index
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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