scholarly journals Perceptions of lecturers on grammar with regard to the four skills teaching

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 307-311
Author(s):  
Fatih Yavuz ◽  
Kubra Sik
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Specific Reference ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
Proficiency Level ◽  
Formal Instruction ◽  
Grammatical Accuracy ◽  
Shed Light

Abstract With the rise of communicative approaches in modern educational systems, grammar teaching has started to be a controversial issue among researchers. Whether formal instruction of grammar is essential for learners to attain high levels of accuracy in language learning process still remains as a subject to debate. Therefore, this paper focuses on the perceptions of in-service lecturers about grammar teaching, specifically about effectiveness of grammatical accuracy on writing and speaking activities. Data was collected using a questionnaire which is adapted from Jean and Simard (Foreign Language Annals, Vol. 44, No. 3, 2011) targeted the lecturers’ beliefs and perceptions about the effectiveness of formal grammar instruction. With specific reference to lecturers’ beliefs, this study discusses the data obtained from quantitative analysis of the questionnaire which shed light on this issue. This study reveals that for lecturers, formal instruction of grammar is inevitable to attain high proficiency level in writing activities. For speaking activities, however, lecturers do not think that grammar is an essential part of language learning process.

scholarly journals Perceptions of lecturers on grammar with regard to the four skills teaching

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 121-125
Author(s):  
Fatih Yavuz ◽  
Kubra Sık
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching Writing ◽  
Specific Reference ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
Proficiency Level ◽  
Formal Instruction ◽  
Grammatical Accuracy

With the rise in communicative approaches in modern educational systems, grammar teaching has started to be a controversial issue among researchers. Whether formal instruction of grammar is essential for learners to attain high levels of accuracy in language learning process still remains as a subject to debate. Therefore, this paper focuses on the perceptions of in-service lecturers about grammar teaching, specifically about the effectiveness of grammatical accuracy on writing and speaking activities. Data were collected using a questionnaire and targeted the lecturers’ beliefs and perceptions about the effectiveness of formal grammar instruction. With specific reference to lecturers’ beliefs, this study discusses the data obtained from the quantitative analysis of the questionnaire which shed light on this issue. This study reveals that for lecturers, formal instruction of grammar is inevitable to attain high proficiency level in writing activities. For speaking activities, however, lecturers do not think that grammar is an essential part of language learning process.   Keywords: Grammar teaching, writing, speaking, perceptions of lecturers.      

Metaphors and grammar teaching

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jörg Roche ◽  
Ferran Suñer
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Passive Voice ◽  
Modal Verbs ◽  
Grammar Teaching

Abstract Despite the need for transparency and efficiency in explaining grammatical features to learners of a foreign language only very few systematic attempts have been undertaken to demonstrate the pedagogical added value of concept-based approaches to grammar instruction. The purpose of the paper is (1) to discuss the theoretical underpinnings of such an approach, to (2) present relevant theories of multimedia learning and (3) to summarize some empirical evidence on the efficiency of such an approach to language teaching and learning. The concept-based animated grammar, developed for German, uses a broad range of cognitive linguistic principles for foreign language learning in such areas as, for example, modal verbs or the passive voice.

Grammar and CALL: a review of current practice in some French language programs

ReCALL ◽  
1993 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
pp. 21-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Glencross
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Current Practice ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Traditional Methods ◽  
Language Programs ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Grammatical Accuracy

Two of the most frequently voiced criticisms of the competences of the average language student entering higher education are lack of accuracy in the use of the written language and lack of knowledge of linguistic terminology or metalanguage for describing and reflecting on the language being learnt. For some useful background to the controversial position of grammar in foreign language learning with particular reference to CALL see Metcalfe (1992). However, far from becoming a laudator temporis acti of the precommunicative era and advocating a return to ‘traditional’ methods of teaching language and grammar, I want in this survey to examine the opportunities afforded by the growing interest in CALL to try to remedy some of the perceived shortcomings in students' performance and knowledge. The software I want to review covers a wide range, from dedicated grammar programs through content-free and level-free authoring packages to other pieces of software which while not specifically intended for improving students grammatical accuracy, can be applied for such a purpose. In studying these representative examples of current practice I hope to establish what may be the advantages of computer based learning over traditional methods and media in grammar teaching and learning and to identify the criteria for good practice in this type of CALL ware. For a recent survey of the evolution of CALL software see Last (1992).

WHAT DOES FREQUENCY HAVE TO DO WITH GRAMMAR TEACHING?

2002 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 199-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Douglas Biber ◽  
Randi Reppen
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Real World ◽  
Corpus Linguistics ◽  
Language Use ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Materials Development ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
Actual Use ◽  
The Relationship

Using frequency findings from corpus linguistics, this paper explores the relationship between the information presented in ESL-EFL materials and what is known about actual language use based on empirical studies. Three aspects of materials development for grammar instruction are discussed: the grammatical features to be included, the order of grammatical topics, and the vocabulary used to illustrate these topics. For each aspect, we show that there are often sharp contrasts between the information found in grammar materials and what learners encounter in the real world of language use. In our conclusion, we argue that a selective revision of pedagogy to reflect actual use, as shown by frequency studies, could result in radical changes that facilitate the learning process for students.

Social and political dimensions of communication in grammar instruction: what teachers should contemplate

2016 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wu Shinian
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Nonnative Speakers ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Grammatical Accuracy ◽  
Nonnative Speakers Of English ◽  
Political Dimensions

AbstractSuccessful language learning entails two levels of competence: adequate control of the grammatical system of the target language and ability to effectively communicate in pragmatic contexts. Espoused by the mantra of much inculcated communicative orientation in English language teaching and learning, the divination points to pedagogical trends which essentially jettison grammar instruction in the classroom. However, language is not merely a tool of communication but an instrument of social control, political power, and economic mobility, all of which require not only skills to “get your message across” by whatever means, but more importantly, the accurate use of and facility with language that has been codified and assessed formally by standardized tests. This paper critically examines the role of grammatical accuracy and its relation to communication in terms of social and academic functions of English and advocates a revival of currently penurious grammar instruction. Examples from both native and nonnative speakers of English are used to illustrate the interface between grammar and social and political dimensions of communication through language.

scholarly journals Developing Multiple-Choice Discourse Completion Tasks as Pedagogical Materials in L2 Pragmaticserials in L2 Pragmatics

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 106 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuanshan Chen ◽  
D. Victoria Rau
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Standardized Tests ◽  
Speech Act ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Pragmatic Competence ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
L2 Pragmatics ◽  
Grammatical Accuracy ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Social Appropriateness

<p>This study reports the development of pragmatics teaching materials in the format of multiple-choice<br />discourse completion tasks (MDCTs) by two groups of American in-service TESOL teachers in the<br />United States. One advantage of using MDCTs as pedagogical materials in L2 pragmatics instruction<br />is that they incorporate positive (i.e., the key) and negative (i.e., the distractors) evidence, both of<br />which have been demonstrated to facilitate language learning in SLA research. The other advantage is<br />that they prepare students for multiple-choice standardized tests, which are very common in<br />test-oriented educational systems like Taiwan, China, Japan and Korea. In this study, we asked one<br />group of teachers to design MDCTs based on social appropriateness. Four months later, we asked the<br />other group of teachers to rate and comment on the content and form of the learner speech act data.<br />Each teacher was then required to construct a multiple-choice pragmatics task with a balance between<br />social appropriateness and grammatical accuracy. We close our paper by discussing the pragmatics<br />tasks created by these teachers and suggesting construction principles as a guide to teaching, learning<br />and assessing L2 pragmatic competence.</p>

scholarly journals Grammar and Grammaring: Toward Modes for English Grammar Teaching in China

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chengyu Nan
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Story Telling ◽  
Advanced Learners ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
Social Perspectives ◽  
English Grammar ◽  
Teaching Grammar

<p>The value of grammar instruction in foreign language learning and teaching has been a focus of debate for quite some time, which has resulted in different views on grammar and grammar teaching as well as different teaching approaches based on different perspectives or in different language learning contexts. To explore some modes for grammar teaching in China on the basis of distinguishing grammar and grammaring, this research reviews briefly the current situations of grammar teaching at colleges in China and the various teaching modes adopted in different teaching contexts. Two teaching modes are suggested, linguistic mode and story-telling mode, which may activate inquiry learning and active learning. Linguistic mode, which emphasizes the dual features of grammar learning, is more reasoning-centered than knowledge-centered and is designed from linguistic and academic perspective for advanced learners. Story telling mode, which focuses on smooth communication in different contexts, is more skill-centered than rule-centered and is designed from social and communicative perspective for beginners. Exploring the modes for teaching grammar from linguistic and social perspectives will be a pilot study for inquiring other aspects of grammar teaching as well as for teaching grammar to the learners of other languages.</p>

scholarly journals Hot Potatoes activities to improve grammatical accuracy across different proficiency courses

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Izaskun Villarreal ◽  
Esther Gómez Lacabex ◽  
Francisco Gallardo del Puerto ◽  
María Martínez Adrián ◽  
Juncal Gutiérrez Mangado
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
The Other ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Computer Assisted Language Learning ◽  
Proficiency Level ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Grammatical Accuracy ◽  
Effect Of Treatment

Few studies have gauged the effects of Computer Assisted Language Learning –CALL– on the verbal accuracy of students. The current study explores the use of Hot Potatoes JCloze-type exercises as supplementary classroom work to enhance the English tense accuracy of university students enrolled in three EFL proficiency level courses -high-intermediate (B2) and advanced (C1 and C2). Tense marking was measured before and after a period of autonomous, self-paced CALL work in which students could access theoretical information and practiced with Hot Potatoes exercises. The comparisons revealed that the experience was mainly beneficial for the C1 level course group, the other two experimenting non-significant gains. Results only partially support a boosting effect of CALL additional practice. They also suggest that proficiency should be taken into consideration as it can affect the effect of treatment as not all the proficiency level courses experienced advantages. Alternatives to improve effectiveness are then suggested.

Metode dan Media Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab Berbasis Internet di Era Teknologi Informasi

1970 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 348-445
Author(s):  
Muhandis Azzuhri
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Information Channel ◽  
Technology Advancement ◽  
Other Information

Information technology era necessitate changing of learning system, mainly on method and media Arabic language learning. Arabic language learning system nowadays criticized because its monotone, traditional, and not innovative compared with other language learning. This is because absolutism and lack of creativity of Arabic learning sta­keholders (lecturer, teacher, Kiai) to apply method and Arabic language learning media that appropriate with information technology advancement. internet- based Arabic language learning embarked because as most communicative learning media at information technology era because integrate internet and other information channel as tools to empower learning process to more creative, innovative, and competitive. .

Edmodo as an Assessment Tool in the Foreign Language Learning Process

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 210-215
Author(s):  
Flavia Kaba
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Modern Technology ◽  
Foreign Language Anxiety ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Secure Learning ◽  
Innovative Techniques

Abstract Due to the rapid developments in educational technology, today’s professors are in search of exploring innovative techniques in order to promote involvement of students in the learning process in general and in the foreign language learning process in particular. This is why today’s students are seen as digital-natives and being motivated for the learning process is very difficult if the modern technology they are familiar with is not utilized effectively in the classroom. When it comes to the assessment part of this process, the situation may become worse, as most of the students feel unwilling due to anxiety problems in general and foreign language anxiety in particular. This study presents an innovative way of assessing students’ skills that they gain during foreign language learning process introducing Edmodo, which is an educational social network that provides a secure learning platform for students and educators. This study is a descriptive one, based on the analyses, surveys, and opinions of different researchers that have implemented this platform in their teaching process. The main objective is to introduce the implementation of various assessment applications through Edmodo.

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