scholarly journals RESENHA CRÍTICA: THE EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER OF LANGUAGE TEACHING / Critical Review: The Emotional Rollercoaster of Language Teaching

2021 ◽  
pp. 273-279
Author(s):  
Gysele Da S. Colombo Gomes ◽  
Flavio Barreto Soares
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Language Teaching

Os editores deste livro são Christina Gkonou, PhD em Ensino de Língua Inglesa e Mestra em Ensino de Inglês como Língua Estrangeira (Universidade de Essex, Reino Unido);  Jean-Marc Dewaele, PhD em Língua e Literatura Francesas, Mestre em Francês e Espanhol, Mestre em Direito Europeu e Internacional e Mestre em Relações Internacionais com o Ocidente Europeu (Universidade Livre de Bruxelas); e Jim King,  PhD e Mestre em Linguística Aplicada (Universidade de Nottingham).O livro está baseado na premissa de que ensinar não trata apenas de transmitir conhecimento acadêmico, mas também de inspirar alunos; estabelecer conexões entre professores e alunos; e criar relacionamentos pedagógicos baseados em empatia, confiança e   paciência. O texto em si sugere que uma das formas mais importantes de o professor alcançar relações emocionais estáveis é compreendendo e convivendo de forma saudável com suas próprias emoções para poder proporcionar um ambiente emocionalmente saudável para seus alunos.

A Critical Review of Consciousness-Raising Approaches: Applied Linguistics vs. Systemic Functional Linguistics

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 12
Author(s):  
Aiyoub Jodairi Pineh
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Systemic Functional Linguistics ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Applied Linguistics ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Consciousness Raising ◽  
Functional Linguistics ◽  
Recent Developments

<p class="2"><span lang="EN-AU">This paper is a critical review of the notion of consciousness-raising approach in the mainstream Applied Linguistics (AL) and Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL). It reviews the development of this approach from traditional grammarian perspectives to the recent developments in AL, and compares and contrasts this approach in AL with the notion of grammatical metaphor (GM) in SFL as a compatible resource for consciousness-raising. The paper concludes that SFL introduces new and developmental resources of consciousness at different times and spaces, which is subject to further linguistic investigations. It has also implications for the English language teaching and learning in EFL contexts. </span></p>

scholarly journals A Critical Review: Language Learning Strategy and Teachers’ Characteristics in Indonesian English Language Teaching

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emilda Oktaviyani
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
English Language ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Secondary Level ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Language Learning Strategy

This paper discusses the relation between language learning strategy (LLS) and teachers’ characteristics. The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of teachers’ characteristics in students’ language learning strategy that will lead to the success of students in mastering English. The study was conducted by giving the teachers’ characteristics and LLS queationnaires to 50 secondary level students. This study employed descriptive qualitative method. The finding showed a positive correlation between teachers’ characteristics and students’ language learning strategy. Teachers’ characteristics strongly affect the way students learn. Once the students feel comfortable to the class and the teachers, it is just a piece of cake to master the lesson. In sum, as English teachers, it is better to mind our characteristics. Keywords: Teachers’ Characteristics, Students’ Language Learning Strategy (LLS) and EFL

scholarly journals Social Network Sites as ESL/EFL Learning and Teaching Tools: A Critical Review

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sulaiman Alnujaidi
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Social Network Sites ◽  
Learning Context ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Teaching Tools ◽  
Learning Practices ◽  
Educational Implications

This study analyzed the educational and instructional implications of Social Network Sites (SNS) in the ESL/EFL teaching and learning context. SNS's definition, types, classifications, features, positive and negative aspects, their educational implications as well as their limitations and challenges in the ESL/EFL classroom settings are identified and discussed in order to better utilize and integrate their innovative aspects into the language teaching and learning practices. 

scholarly journals Task-Based Language Teaching to Enhance Learner Communicative Competence in Vietnam: A Matter of Opinion?

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (8) ◽  
pp. 151-159
Author(s):  
Vu Nguyen Dinh Nghia ◽  
Nguyen Nhat Quang
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Communicative Competence ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Task Design ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Depth Analysis ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Innovative Approaches

This critical review investigates the efficacy in using Task-based Language Teaching (TBLT) to boost learner communicative competence as TBLT is taking a pioneering role in developing communicative language in Asia and Vietnam. The application of TBLT in Vietnam has faced several problems, including exam-based learning programs, classroom constraints, and teachers' willingness for innovative approaches. Our in-depth analysis exposed why Vietnamese and Asian teachers cannot initially trust TBLT, and overcome these challenges to enhance communicative competence. The thorough review of research works in Asia evinced that (1) TBLT can holistically improve communicative competence and (2) the criticisms against TBLT can be solved with patience, flexibility, strategic task design, and openness. Then, the authors suggested a table for TBLT practitioners to consider based on students’ level of proficiency to cater to different teaching contexts and other pedagogic suggestions to implement TBLT in exam-oriented classes. Finally, we also introduce some research gaps for further investigation.

scholarly journals A CRITICAL REVIEW OF THE SINGAPORE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SYLLABUS AS AN ADVANCE SYLLABUS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING (ELT)

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-60
Author(s):  
Imam Munandar
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Functional Approach ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
National Standard ◽  
Teaching English ◽  
Technical Issues

Abstract: The syllabus function as a framework that provide a national standard from which teachers gain a clear target of teaching English in schools. This research is a descriptive study by which it critically reviews the English language syllabus in Singapore, as an advance syllabus at time. The instrument of the review is a set of syllabus review outlined by Chew. This research has found  th the at syllabus is seen to be organized around the functional approach which necessitates the language in use. Besides, it conceptualizes language as an integration of linguistics, sociocultural, discourse and strategic competences. Teaching and learning leaning language is heavily put on learning process. It sees language acquisition involves certain processes and strategies, and thus teacher should focus on them. The syllabus implementation faces some challenges. Some teachers have different belief and values from the syllabus and resist the adoption. While the syllabus prescribes the communicative approach, they retain structuralism and behaviorism in teaching and learning the language. This situation is worsened by some technical issues. Some heads of department in schools have weak socialization of the syllabus in their schools, leading it unnoticed by teachers. Some textbooks fail to comply with the approach prescribed in the syllabus and thus demand a larger effort from teachers to select textbooks that accurately reflect the syllabus. Keywords: Chew’s Critical Review of Syllabus, English language syllabus, English Language Teaching Abstrak: Fungsi silabus sebagai kerangka kerja yang menyediakan standar nasional supaya para guru mendapatkan target yang jelas untuk mengajar bahasa Inggris di sekolah. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif yang mengkaji silabus bahasa Inggris secara kritis di Singapura, sebagai silabus lanjutan pada saat itu. Instrumen ulasan adalah seperangkat tinjauan silabus yang digariskan oleh Chew. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa silabus diorganisir dengan pendekatan fungsional yang mengharuskan bagaimana bahasa digunakan. Selain itu, bahasa dikonsepkan sebagai integrasi linguistik, sosiokultural, wacana dan kompetensi strategis. Mengajar dan belajar bahasa sangat bergantung pada proses belajar. Hal ini terlihat dari penguasaan bahasa melibatkan proses dan strategi tertentu, dan dengan demikian guru harus fokus pada strategi tersebut. Sementara itu, implementasi silabus menghadapi beberapa tantangan. Beberapa guru memiliki kepercayaan dan nilai yang berbeda dari silabus dan menolak untuk di adopsi. Ketika silabus menentukan pendekatan komunikatif, mereka mempertahankan strukturalisme dan behaviorisme dalam mengajar dan belajar bahasa. Situasi ini diperburuk oleh beberapa masalah teknis. Beberapa kepala departemen di sekolah memiliki sosialisasi silabus yang lemah di sekolah mereka, sehingga tidak diperhatikan oleh guru. Beberapa buku teks gagal mematuhi pendekatan yang ditentukan dalam silabus dan karenanya menuntut upaya yang lebih besar dari guru untuk memilih buku teks yang secara akurat yang mencerminkan silabus. Kata Kunci: Analisa kritis silabus Chew, Silabus Bahasa Inggris, Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris

scholarly journals Exploration and Exploitation of Mobile Apps for English Language Teaching: A Critical Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 43
Author(s):  
Julius Irudayasamy ◽  
Sani Yantandu Uba ◽  
Carmel Antonette Hankins
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Mobile Apps ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Research Review

With the progression of various mobile technologies, mobile applications have tremendously increased, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, and such applications have been exploited much in teaching and learning. This study explores the educational potential of using mobile applications in English language teaching (ELT) or Mobile Assisted Language Teaching (MALT). A critical review of the research in mobile applications in English language teaching is explored in this study, specifically from the published papers since 2015. Initially 131 articles were selected from ScienceDirect, SAGE, IEEEXplore, and Google Scholar. However, only 13 articles matched the inclusion criteria. These articles were analyzed and reviewed using the following categories: the role of mobile technology, pedagogical practices, research methodologies, the context of usage, and outcomes. The research found that mobile technologies in teaching language are increasing, and it is expected to rise in the future. In addition, teachers use different technologies to enhance English language teaching in the settings of inside and outside classrooms. During the COVID-19 pandemic, schools have closed indefinitely. This unexpected situation has forced students to stay at home, and online learning seems to grow exponentially. Thus, through this research review, significant educational outcomes are identified for future investigation practices.

Applications of quality management in language education

2013 ◽  
Vol 46 (3) ◽  
pp. 281-315 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Heyworth
Keyword(s):  
Quality Management ◽  
Reflective Practice ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Quality Inspection ◽  
Young Learners ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Key Aspects

This review examines applications of quality management (QM) in language education. QM approaches have been adapted from methodologies developed in industrial and commercial settings, and these are briefly described. Key aspects of QM in language education are the definition of purpose, descriptions of principles and practice, including various descriptive frameworks, and the place of reflective practice and action research. Quality descriptions for different aspects of language teaching – examinations and assessment, education for migrants, for young learners, in mainstream education – are summarised. There is an account of accreditation and recognition of language teaching institutions and a critical review of some of the contradictions and conflicts in the QM approach, such as those between accountability and trust, and between creativity and standardisation. The strengths and weaknesses of auditing and quality inspection methods are examined.

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