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Ahmadian, Mohammad Javad; Mansouri, Seyyed Abbas; Ghominejad, Shiva – ELT Journal, 2017
This study examined how English language learners and teachers perceive and interpret task repetition (TR), and whether teachers' and learners' views about this pedagogic practice correspond. In addition, the study explored learners' cognitive and affective engagement with TR. We asked eight experienced language teachers to use a structured…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Semi Structured Interviews, Student Attitudes
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White, Ron – ELT Journal, 1993
Attempts at being polite can fail through unwitting violation of speech act rules (SARs). Several situations illustrate the use of "please" by Japanese users of English. The question of whose SARs should apply in intercultural communication in English is addressed. (Contains 13 references.) (Author)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, English (Second Language), Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Competence