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Coleman, Jim; Hultgren, Kristina; Li, Wei; Tsui, Cheng-Fang Cynthia; Shaw, Philip – TESOL Quarterly: A Journal for Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages and of Standard English as a Second Dialect, 2018
During the first half of 2017, four scholars who know English-medium instruction (EMI) well and view it from different perspectives took part in a round-robin exchange. The forum contributors answered six sets of questions on aspects of EMI: defining terms; learning English in an EMI environment; the political or policy framework; learning a…
Descriptors: Language of Instruction, English, Scholarship, Definitions
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Fillmore, Lily Wong – TESOL Quarterly: A Journal for Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages and of Standard English as a Second Dialect, 2014
In this essay, the author argues that English language learners (ELLs) can meet and exceed the Common Core State Standards, and that more complex materials are in fact precisely what they need. Lack of access to such materials is what prevents ELLs from attaining full proficiency in English.
Descriptors: Educational Change, English Language Learners, State Standards, Core Curriculum
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Goodell, Elizabeth W. – TESOL Quarterly, 1987
Proposes a more explicit description for reported speech in English grammars and English as a second language textbooks, with emphasis on: a clear differentiation between direct and indirect speech using prosodic, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic criteria; the role of deixis in explaining the internal syntactic adjustments in indirect speech;…
Descriptors: Adverbs, English (Second Language), Models, Oral Language
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Bowers, Roger – TESOL Quarterly, 1986
Shaping teaching programs to the social, economic, and cultural context of those who seek to learn English is crucially needed. This article examines issues related to teachers' understanding of what English, language, and teaching are and can be and argues for a pluralistic approach to collaborative growth in education. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Awareness, English (Second Language), Language Teachers
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Judd, Elliot L. – TESOL Quarterly, 1987
Discusses the English Language Amendment (ELA), a proposed constitutional amendment before Congress which states that English should be made the "official" language of the United States. Presents historical background and arguments for and against the ELA but urges opposition to the amendment. Profiles senators and congressmen sponsoring…
Descriptors: Constitutional Law, Cultural Pluralism, Discriminatory Legislation, Educational Legislation
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Graham, Janet G. – TESOL Quarterly, 1987
Discusses the relationship between English language proficiency and academic success of English as a second language (ESL) students in universities and colleges where English is the language of instruction. The study points out difficulties associated with determining this relationship and makes suggestions for establishing guidelines to determine…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Failure, Correlation, English (Second Language)
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Gee, James Paul – TESOL Quarterly, 1988
Considers two aspects of knowing language, besides grammar and vocabulary, that are often understressed: 1) perspective taking (through rhythm and intonation) and 2) manipulation of language variation. This observation is discussed in relation to the contrast between incidental and intentional learning, and an argument is made for an intimate…
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Discourse Analysis, English (Second Language), Incidental Learning
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Casanave, Christine Pearson – TESOL Quarterly, 1988
Discusses aspects of reading research besides schemata theory and applies them to second language (L2) reading research. A technique is presented to introduce comprehension monitoring to students, and studies use reciprocal teaching and think-aloud procedures and appropriate L2 applications for each. (LMO)
Descriptors: Directed Reading Activity, English (Second Language), Metacognition, Reading Comprehension
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Wolfson, Nessa – TESOL Quarterly, 1986
If language research is to arrive at valid analyses of speech behavior, both observation and elicitation methods of data collection will have to be used as necessary complements to one another. The advantages and disadvantages of different research methods are discussed. (CB)
Descriptors: Communication Research, Communicative Competence (Languages), Data Collection, Discourse Analysis
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Long, Michael H.; Porter, Patricia A. – TESOL Quarterly, 1985
Discusses both the pedagogical arguments and the psycholinguistic rationale for small-group work in the second language classroom. Claims that the negotiation work possible in group actiity makes it an attractive alternative to the teacher-led discussion. Reviews research findings on interlanguage which generally support the claims made for group…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Group Discussion, Interlanguage, Psycholinguistics
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Pennycook, Alastair – TESOL Quarterly, 1985
Discusses the components of paralanguage, that is, kinesics, proxemics, and paraverbal features. Argues that paralanguage plays a crucial role in human interaction and is highly culture-specific. Discusses its implications with respect to second language learning and ways in which it can be included in the second-language classroom. (SED)
Descriptors: Body Language, English (Second Language), Paralinguistics, Personal Space
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Nattinger, James R. – TESOL Quarterly, 1984
Based on the assumption that the characteristics of communicative language teaching (CLT) have not been clearly defined because CLT needs a new metaphor to describe it, some characteristics of what that metaphor might be are discussed. Reviews some ways in which CLT guides classroom practice and offers directions for future research. (SED)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language), Language Research, Literature Reviews
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Long, Michael H. – TESOL Quarterly, 1984
Argues that a process/product distinction is an important one to make when evaluating English as a second language programs. Compares this distinction to that between formative and summative evaluation as described by Scriven in 1967, noting that the two reflect different, not competing, perspectives. Outlines the role of classroom-centered…
Descriptors: Classroom Research, Comparative Analysis, English (Second Language), Program Evaluation
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Weinstein, Gail – TESOL Quarterly, 1984
Explores the relationship between literacy and second language acquisition by reviewing a study of this relationship which was conducted in a Thai refugee camp and by discussing major findings in second language research. Suggests a functional rather than developmental approach to investigating literacy for community problem solving. (SED)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, English (Second Language), Ethnography, Literacy
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McGroarty, Mary – TESOL Quarterly, 1984
Discusses the specific communicative needs of three groups of English as a second language (ESL) users: (1) occupational students of ESL, (2) university teaching assistants, and (3) students in elementary and secondary schools. Considers the language skills that the speakers in these groups need in order to participate effectively in their…
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Guides, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language)
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