ERIC Number: EJ842646
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009-Feb
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-0005-3503
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Paper, Electronic or Online? Different Dictionaries for Different Activities
Pasfield-Neofitou, Sarah
Babel, v43 n2 p12-18 Feb 2009
Despite research suggesting that teachers highly influence their students' knowledge and use of language learning resources such as dictionaries (Loucky, 2005; Yamane, 2006), it appears that dictionary selection and use is considered something to be dealt with outside the classroom. As a result, many students receive too little advice to be able to make informed choices about which dictionary to use for which task. In particular, while teachers may recommend a few paper dictionaries, it appears that little thought is given to electronic and online alternatives. This article uses the case of (English) alphabet-background students of Japanese as an example, and discusses the pros and cons of computer versus non-computer dictionary tools, based on a survey of available resources, and making reference to empirical case studies of students and their dictionary use. The article concludes with recommendations for teachers and students. (Contains 3 figures.)
Descriptors: Dictionaries, English (Second Language), Case Studies, Electronic Learning, Electronic Libraries, Electronic Publishing, Printed Materials, Media Selection, Interviews, Student Attitudes, Use Studies, Instructional Material Evaluation, Japanese
Australian Federation of Modern Language Teachers Associations. Faculty of Education and Social Work, University of Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia. Tel: +61-29351-2022; e-mail: president@afmlta.asn.au; e-mail: editor@afmlta.asn.au; Web site: http://www.afmlta.asn.au
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Students; Teachers
Language: English
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