A study of the status of the instruction of incarcerated aliens in English as a second language (ESL) was undertaken to learn what is known about the subject and to determine whether incarcerated aliens have unique learning problems associated with their status as foreign nationals. Information was gathered through interviews with professionals in…

A study examined the historical, cultural, social, pedagogical, and psychological factors affecting Chinese students' language learning styles and attitudes, particularly concerning learning English as a Second Language (ESL). The first section offers an overview of considerations in understanding the cultural background that students bring to the…