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Sugita McEown, Maya; Sawaki, Yasuyo; Harada, Tetsuo – Modern Language Journal, 2017
The study focuses on the role of different theories when considered together in a foreign language other than English (LOTE) context. Specifically, the study examines (a) to what extent influential second language (L2) motivational theories, when integrated, explain motivation to learn LOTEs, and (b) how the powerful status of English in Japan…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Learning Motivation, Structural Equation Models, Self Concept
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Brewer, William B. – Modern Language Journal, 1983
Considers some of the most common cliches and their implications about foreign language requirements. (EKN)
Descriptors: College Second Language Programs, Educational Policy, Higher Education, Required Courses
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Tschirner, Erwin; Heilenman, L. Kathy – Modern Language Journal, 1998
Reports a study gauging the average oral proficiency as measured by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) of college students (n=20) studying German at the end of their fourth semester. Discussion centers on reasonable expectations for high school graduation and for college language…
Descriptors: German, Graduation Requirements, Higher Education, Interviews