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Direct linkBarkaoui, Khaled – Canadian Modern Language Review, 2007
Essay tests are widely used to assess ESL/EFL learners' writing abilities for instructional, administrative, and research purposes. Relevant literature was searched to identify 70 empirical studies on ESL/EFL essay tests. The majority of these studies examined task, essay, and rater effects on essay rating and scores. Less attention has been given…
Descriptors: Essay Tests, Language Tests, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
Peer reviewedMorrow, Keith; Johnson, Keith – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1977
Discusses the notion of "social language" and problems of syllabus design for teaching social language to foreign students studying in the United Kingdom. Presents exercises which stress the communicative aspect of language. (AM)
Descriptors: Communicative Competence (Languages), Course Organization, Cultural Education, Cultural Influences
Peer reviewedAllen, J. P. B. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1983
Three approaches to language curriculum design are outlined: structural, functional, and experiential. A three-level model is proposed for a second language curriculum that integrates the three approaches and their goals into an adaptable curriculum meeting varied needs with consistent methodology and theory. Both linear and cyclical applications…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Design, English (Second Language)
Peer reviewedDi Pietro, Robert J. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1983
It is suggested that native speakers understand that narrative in literature is a form of transcript of full discourse, and students of English can learn the same clues of transaction and interaction in texts through exercises in plot analysis, plot mutation, and scenario derivation. (MSE)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Discourse Analysis, English (Second Language), Literature Appreciation
Peer reviewedBosquet, Maryse; Mackay, Ronald – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1979
Presents a description of a seminar geared to the professional development of the teacher of English as a second language. (AM)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Guides, English (Second Language), Inservice Teacher Education
Peer reviewedWeinstein, Gail – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1997
Drawing on ethnographic research on Hmongs, the author illustrates how her assumptions about literacy have been challenged and presents a new view of literacy with emphasis shifted from cognitive consequences to social context: literacy as a means through which relationships are negotiated. Makes suggestions for creating…
Descriptors: Cultural Context, English (Second Language), Ethnography, Hmong People
Peer reviewedSchleppegrell, Mary J. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1997
Argues that classroom dialogic (structured, open-ended) inquiry, through problem-posing, is a tool for classroom research into second-language instruction, helping teachers develop better understanding of students' backgrounds, motivation, cultures, and strategies for learning English. Outlines steps in dialogic inquiry, and offers examples of its…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Research, Cultural Context, Cultural Differences
Peer reviewedHandscombe, Jean – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1993
Six lessons or statements are offered based on experiences teaching school-aged students in English-medium schools in Canada. The lessons refer to judicious use of first language, language teacher connections with the learner's view of the world, second-language learning and curricular content, etc. (Contains seven references.) (LB)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Elementary Education, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedBrooks, Frank B. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1992
A study examined the conversations of eight groups of high school students in a level three Spanish class during a jigsaw speaking task, and compared their language use patterns with those of intermediate-level learners of English as a Second Language. Results suggest both similarities and differences. Choice of language is also considered. (17…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Communication, Classroom Research, Comparative Analysis
Peer reviewedTaylor, Shelley – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1992
A study investigated the academic, sociocultural, psychological, and linguistic adaptation of a shy four-year-old native Cantonese-speaking child enrolled in early French immersion in Canada, learning English and French simultaneously. Areas of future research on trilingualism are suggested, and the popular belief that immersion works only for…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Chinese, Educational Environment, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedTremblay, Roger – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1992
The debate over whether Canadian second-language teaching should emphasize language study or language experience is examined, and it is concluded that the emerging consensus is for integration of the two in English and French second-language instruction. The National Core French Study teaching model is recommended for all languages. (10…
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Educational Objectives, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedHurd, Molly – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1993
Research on multilingualism and learning of additional languages is reviewed, focusing on research on minority language children in immersion and double-immersion programs and the factors related to success. Early partial immersion is seen as more feasible than full immersion for this group, with middle immersion the best option yet researched.…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, French, Immersion Programs
Peer reviewedLussier, Denise; And Others – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1993
A study was conducted to identify appropriate standardized tests of English second-language proficiency among foreign high school students after a three-month stay, for use in a battery of tests to determine achievement gains. Identification of three potential tests and further considerations in selecting the appropriate test are reported here.…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, English (Second Language), Evaluation Methods, Foreign Students
