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Yaru Meng; Hua Fu; Chuang Wang – Language Learning & Technology, 2024
There is growing literature on computerized dynamic assessment (C-DA) wherein individual items are accompanied by mediating prompts, but its effectiveness at fine-grained levels across time has not been explored sufficiently. This study constructed a computerized listening dynamic assessment (CLDA) system, where mediation was informed by an…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Test Validity, Audio Equipment, Audiometric Tests
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Arispe, Kelly; Burston, Jack – Language Learning & Technology, 2017
This pedagogical implementation study advocates for performance-driven assessments to help learners become aware of and improve upon presentational speaking skills at the advanced level. A social media content creation tool, Adobe Spark Video, enabled learners to practice oral skills outside of class. The task design, implementation, and…
Descriptors: Performance Based Assessment, Advanced Students, Speech Skills, Social Media
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Han, Sumi; Shin, Jeong-Ah – Language Learning & Technology, 2017
This mixed-method study examines the effectiveness of teaching Google search techniques (GSTs) to Korean EFL college students in an intermediate-level academic English writing course. 18 students participated in a 4-day GST workshop consisting of an overview session of the web as corpus and Google as a concordancer, and three training sessions…
Descriptors: Search Engines, Search Strategies, Academic Discourse, Second Language Instruction
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Granena, Gisela – Language Learning & Technology, 2016
Interaction is a necessary condition for second language (L2) learning (Long, 1980, 1996). Research in computer-mediated communication has shown that interaction opportunities make learners pay attention to form in a variety of ways that promote L2 learning. This research has mostly investigated text-based rather than voice-based interaction. The…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Experimental Groups, Control Groups, Second Language Learning
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Dzekoe, Richmond – Language Learning & Technology, 2017
This study investigated how 22 advanced-low proficiency ESL students used computer-based multimodal composing activities (CBMCAs) to facilitate self-revision and learn English through academic writing in the USA. The CBMCAs involved a combination of writing, listening, visual analysis, and speaking activities. The research was framed within an…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Second Language Learning, English Language Learners, Writing (Composition)
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Stickler, Ursula; Emke, Martina – Language Learning & Technology, 2011
The European Union funded LITERALIA project connected adult language learners from four countries with the help of an online workspace and supported visits. The project was based on Tandem principles, whereby learners of different languages support one another in learning one another's language and culture, in turn taking on the roles of learners…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Maturity (Individuals), Transformative Learning, Adult Learning