Linguistic risk‐taking in second language learning: The case of French at a Canadian bilingual institution

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martine Rhéaume ◽  
Nikolay Slavkov ◽  
Jérémie Séror
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Risk Taking ◽  
Second Language Learning

The Adaptation of a Linguistic Risk-Taking Passport Initiative: A Summary of a Research Project in Progress

Relay Journal ◽  
2019 ◽  
pp. 415-436
Author(s):  
Ewen MacDonald ◽  
Nicholas Thompson
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Risk Taking ◽  
Second Language Learning ◽  
Willingness To Communicate ◽  
International Studies ◽  
Learning Center ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Confidence Levels ◽  
Language Classroom

This article outlines the rationale, background and preliminary findings of an ongoing linguistic risk-taking passport initiative at Kanda University of International Studies (KUIS) in Japan. The aim of the initiative is to encourage students to take various risks to build their confidence during their language learning journeys and help them to effectively utilise extra opportunities available for second language learning both inside and outside of the language classroom. The level, nature and frequency of linguistic risks taken, as well as students’ anxiety and confidence levels, willingness to communicate and their strategies for managing emotions are currently under investigation. Initial findings of the initiative indicated that many students felt comfortable and confident using English and taking risks, enjoyed the risk-taking process, and were able to discover new opportunities for practicing English, particularly those available in KUIS’s Self-Access Learning Center.

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