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Hasan, Md. Kamrul; Shabdin, Ahmad Affendi – PASAA: Journal of Language Teaching and Learning in Thailand, 2016
The present study embodies a conceptual framework, and it studies the concept regarding the depth of vocabulary knowledge. Literature review is employed as a foundation for developing the conceptual framework for the present study. The current study suggests that different dimensions of depth of vocabulary knowledge, namely paradigmatic relations,…
Descriptors: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary Development, Correlation, Literature Reviews
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Marinellie, Sally A. – Child Language Teaching and Therapy, 2010
The ability to define a word with accuracy and precision is an important skill that has been associated with academic achievement. This study investigated the feasibility of conducting a lesson on formal word definitions to improve children's definitional production. The participants were 18 children in grade 4 (mean age: 9 years; 8 months) who…
Descriptors: Feasibility Studies, Verbs, Nouns, Definitions
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Redd, Jennifer; Schmidt-Crawford, Denise – Journal of Open, Flexible and Distance Learning, 2011
This study focused on the potential for building 25 high-school students' word knowledge by using a mobile learning device and gaming app. Using a game as an instructional tool is a portable way for students to engage with content. The amount of vocabulary mastered after using the app on the mobile device was examined in relation to a pre-test and…
Descriptors: High School Students, Vocabulary Development, Courseware, Handheld Devices