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Peer reviewedTerrell, Tracy David – Modern Language Journal, 1991
Theory and research suggest three ways grammar instruction might assist second-language acquisition. These include the following: as an advance organizer; as a meaning-form focus in communication activities where there are many examples of a single meaning-form relationship; and through monitoring, if learners can acquire their own input. (41…
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies
Download full textRuiz-Funes, Marcela – 1999
The role of grammar instruction in proficiency-oriented second language instruction (POI) is examined, drawing on research and theory on second language use and instruction. Several premises are stated: (1) formal grammar has an important role in POI, while focus on form and communicative practice should be maintained; (2) in POI, a syllabus that…
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies, Grammar
Morley, Joan, Ed. – 1994
This collection of essays on pronunciation theory and practice as it relates to second language instruction includes: "Pronunciation Assessment in the ESL/EFL Curriculum" (Janet Goodwin, Donna Brinton, Marianne Celce-Murcia); "Empowering Students with Predictive Skills" (Wayne B. Dickerson); "Intonation: A Navigation Guide for the Listener" (Judy…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies, English (Second Language)
Spina, Stephanie Urso – 1994
The objective of this study is to assess whether arts-based curriculum facilitates the acquisition of English as a Second Language without sacrificing proficiency in the first language (in this case, Spanish). The paper has two chief parts, one theoretical, the other empirical. In the first part, similarities between authentic arts-based…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Art Activities, Curriculum Design, English (Second Language)
Falvey, Peter – Hongkong Papers in Linguistics and Language Teaching, 1991
Implications of changes in the Hong Kong secondary school curriculum are examined, focusing on the syllabus leading to a new school-leaving examination in English literature. The new curriculum, based on developments in composition theory and practice and departing from the traditional, narrowly-focused syllabus, emphasizes the process of writing…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College English, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development
Smith, Catherine A.; Vellenga, Heidi E.; Parker, Marian; Butler, Norman L. – Online Submission, 2006
This paper assembles innovative ideas from several disciplines and offers an integrated discussion for improving TESL/TEFL curriculum design, specifically for individuals from peripheral social contexts and to address the global demand for ESL/EFL teachers. Overall, the suggested innovations serve to: (1) increase program accessibility to…
Descriptors: Teacher Education, Curriculum Design, Language Research, Distance Education
