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Peer reviewedSoler, Viviana – English for Specific Purposes, 2002
Explores frequency and use of adjectives in five advanced scientific texts on biochemistry and analyzes the semantic implications of the observed occurrence. The aim is to provide a better understanding of the role of adjectives in research articles and to suggest how to guide Spanish-speaking students to effectively comprehend, read, write, and…
Descriptors: Adjectives, Advanced Courses, Biochemistry, Discourse Analysis
Peer reviewedPeretz, Arna S. – Reading in a Foreign Language, 1988
Describes a student-centered reading comprehension course for advanced English-as-a-Foreign-Language students of science and technology. In the course, student interest in and knowledge of content-area subjects are used to create: (1) motivation to read; and (2) an authentic task to accomplish (the preparation and presentation of an oral report).…
Descriptors: Advanced Courses, Classroom Techniques, Content Area Reading, English for Science and Technology
