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Challenges and Attitudes of L2 Students in Listening to Authentic Conversations Podcasts: A Case Study of Advanced Level BIPA Students
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Kusubakti Andajani; Yuni Pratiwi; Imam Suyitno; Bambang Prastio; Ahsani Maulidina – Eurasian Journal of Applied Linguistics, 2023
Listening to podcasts with a sole purpose to enhance communication abilities of L2 students is a great challenge. This study explored the challenges and attitudes of second language (L2) students when listening to authentic sources, specifically video podcasts on YouTube. Data of this qualitative research was collected through in-depth interviews…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Listening Skills, Second Language Learning, Interpersonal Communication
Increasing Language Awareness and Self-Efficacy of FL Students Using Self-Assessment and the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines
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Kissling, Elizabeth M.; O'Donnell, Mary E. – Language Awareness, 2015
This study describes how oral language was assessed in an advanced-level college foreign language (FL) conversation course. Learners used the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Proficiency Guidelines to guide self-analyses of their oral production at intervals throughout the course. The intent was to provide opportunities for…
Descriptors: Self Efficacy, Metalinguistics, Oral Language, Advanced Students
The Development of Advanced Learner Oral Proficiency Using iPads
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Lys, Franziska – Language Learning & Technology, 2013
In this study, I investigate the use and integration of iPads in an advanced German conversation class. In particular, I am interested in analyzing how students learn with this new technology and how it affects the development of their oral proficiency level. Overall, my results suggest that iPads are well suited to practice listening and speaking…
Descriptors: German, Handheld Devices, Conversational Language Courses, College Students