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Dilin Liu; Jie Qin – Modern Language Journal, 2024
This systematic review synthesizes the literature (involving 62 empirical studies) regarding the effectiveness of cognitive linguistics-inspired language pedagogies (CL-ILPs) on second language (L2) learning. It begins with an overview of the main theoretical tenets of cognitive linguistics followed by a description of the data selection, coding,…
Descriptors: Psycholinguistics, Teaching Methods, Grammar, Semantics
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Coffey, Simon; Patel, Daksha – Language Learning Journal, 2023
In this paper, we use the lens of embodied language cognition and intersemiosis to argue for the importance of developing creative approaches to language work in classroom settings and we cite as an example some activities from a workshop that was developed for modern foreign languages (MFL) trainee teachers in London…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Foreign Countries, Creative Teaching
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Li, Zhengjie; Liontas, John I. – Iranian Journal of Language Teaching Research, 2023
Social networking service platforms and social media have generated a significant amount of discussion and debate regarding their use in second or foreign language learning. However, leveraging digital tools with pedagogical constructs to enhance accessibility and engagement in teaching and learning English idiomatics has not received equal…
Descriptors: Figurative Language, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
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Smith, Christopher A. – RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 2023
To maximize the advantages of virtual learning, the present study highlights the potential for Internet meme design and creation in English language learning (ELL) courses as an innovative activity that raises student agency, increases multimodal literacy, inculcates intercultural communication, and teaches idiomatic expression. Memes resonate a…
Descriptors: Figurative Language, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Power Structure
Reima Al-Jarf – Online Submission, 2024
Multimodal learning refers to teaching strategies that involve multiple sensory systems simultaneously. Teachers can create materials for students with different learning styles (auditory, visual, kinesthetic reading, and writing). Multimodal learning keeps students engaged, encourages them to apply what they learn in real-life situations,…
Descriptors: Grammar, Multimedia Instruction, Problem Solving, Student Projects
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Wu, Wen-Chi Vivian; Lin, I-Ting Doris; Marek, Michael W.; Ou Yang, Fang-Chuan – SAGE Open, 2021
Employment of idioms is essential to reach higher English expressive levels, especially for English as Foreign Language (EFL) learners. However, English idioms are challenging for both instructors and learners because the complex content of idioms depends on understanding their cultural context. Most mobile language applications are for vocabulary…
Descriptors: Figurative Language, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language)
Gözpinar, Halis – Online Submission, 2014
The research is expected to contribute to the study of proverbs in foreign language acquisition to develop intercultural competence and fill in the gap in foreign language teacher education. The research investigates what attitudes English teachers in Turkey and Georgia have towards the teaching of proverbs in foreign language classrooms and their…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language), Languages
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Tran, Huong Quynh – English Language Teaching, 2012
This study investigated the situation of teaching and learning idioms at a university level in Vietnam, a foreign language context. It also examined the evaluation of the idiom teaching process in three language classes over a 15-week period for pre-service teachers of English. The data were collected though questionnaires, in-depth interviews and…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Figurative Language
Corbellari, Michel; And Others – Francais dans le Monde, 1980
Three essays discuss: (1) the use of word games in the language classroom, (2) the use of humor in correcting students' errors, and (3) using comic strips in the French language classroom. (AM)
Descriptors: Comics (Publications), Educational Games, Figurative Language, French