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Exploring the Affordances of WeChat for Chinese Cultural Knowledge Learning among Learners of Chinese in an International Exchange Program
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Xiaoji Wang; Wenying Jiang – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
Affordance refers to the opportunity available to a learning activity. Taking affordance as a theoretical and analytical construct, this exploratory study investigates learners' attitudes and the opportunities WeChat may provide for Chinese cultural knowledge (CCK) learning. The aim is to find out the potential new affordances and compare learners…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Mediated Communication, Cultural Awareness, Learning Activities
The ERASMUS Sojourn: Does the Destination Country or Pre-Departure Proficiency Impact Oral Proficiency Gains?
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Köylü, Zeynep – Language Learning Journal, 2023
This study examines the influence of pre-departure proficiency on English as a second language (L2) oral development after a semester studying abroad in two distinct learning contexts. The data analysed were collected from tertiary level students (N = 33) who undertook an ERASMUS exchange semester in a European country where English was either the…
Descriptors: Oral Language, Language Proficiency, Decision Making, Study Abroad
The Development and Implementation of a Short-Term International Practicum for Pre-Service Educators
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Haughton, Noela A. – International Research and Review, 2018
This paper describes the design and initial implementation of the International Leadership in Education Assessment and Pedagogy Practicum (I_LEAP), a short-term experience for preservice educators. The program's design and implementation goals were embodied in two questions. What experiences should be included in a short-term international…
Descriptors: Practicums, Preservice Teachers, Instructional Leadership, Program Implementation
Collaborative Tasks in Wiki-Based Environment in EFL Learning
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Zou, Bin; Wang, Dongshuo; Xing, Minjie – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2016
Wikis provide users with opportunities to post and edit messages to collaborate in the language learning process. Many studies have offered findings to show positive impact of Wiki-based language learning for learners. This paper explores the effect of collaborative task in error correction for English as a Foreign Language learning in an online…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Electronic Publishing
Foreign Language Teaching 16-19: A Basic Guide.
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Nott, David – British Journal of Language Teaching, 1985
Discusses ways to change foreign language teaching in the British school system so that more students achieve A level passes. Covers such topics as the first term, topic-based work, material choice, sources and resources, equipment, foreign exchange visits, listening and speaking practice, reading and writing practice, translation, homework, and…
Descriptors: High Schools, Language Skills, Language Tests, Material Development
Measuring Second Language (L2) Proficiency in High School Level Exchange Students.
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Lussier, Denise; And Others – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1993
A study was conducted to identify appropriate standardized tests of English second-language proficiency among foreign high school students after a three-month stay, for use in a battery of tests to determine achievement gains. Identification of three potential tests and further considerations in selecting the appropriate test are reported here.…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, English (Second Language), Evaluation Methods, Foreign Students