scholarly journals INFORMAL ENGLISH LEARNING WITH ONLINE DIGITAL TOOLS: NON-LINGUIST STUDENTS

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (18) ◽  
pp. 90-102
Author(s):  
Oksana Yurieva ◽  
Tetiana Musiichuk ◽  
Dina Baisan
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Role Playing ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
Digital Tools ◽  
Free Text ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Online Questionnaire

The internet has offered numerous opportunities for educational content delivery. The main current delivery models for learning a language online range from more formal structured approaches provided by schools and universities, which typically take place in a VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) or LMS (Learning Management System), to more informal unstructured approaches, including Virtual Worlds like Second Life and MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games) like World of Warcraft. The purpose of this study is to analyse the experiences and perceptions of the online digital tools that provide engagement with the English language outside the classroom by the non-linguist students at a Ukrainian public university. The study is based on the quantitative and qualitative data collected employing an online questionnaire including Likert-type ratings, multiple-choice questions, and free-text responses to open questions. The questionnaire inquires about students’ experiences with 17 technologies not related to their classroom activities, how frequently they are used, how helpful the students find them for their language acquisition in general, and how useful they are considered for the development of particular language competencies (writing, reading, speaking, listening, pronunciation, grammar, communicative competence). The results of the survey attest to regular students’ engagement with the English language involving online technologies, which leads to implications for foreign language learners, teachers, and researchers of second language acquisition for incorporating online digital tools for foreign language acquisition beyond the classroom. Being aware of how students engage with technology outside the classroom may facilitate educators in increasing learners’ engagement with the foreign language, provide additional practice, and produce an emotional response, which increases retention of information.

scholarly journals The Relationship betwen Second Language Acquisition Process and English Language Teaching in Indonesia

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pritz Hutabarat
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Foreign Language Acquisition ◽  
Teachers And Students

<p>English as a global language is learned worldwide and a plethora of methods and approaches have been developed and practiced in English classrooms by dedicated teachers and students. Understanding the underlying theories of second and foreign language acquisition and learning will help both teachers and students in learning and teaching a target language. There has not been many research conducted in the area, especially within Indonesian context. This research therefore attempts to fill in gaps in a way that it provides sufficient discussion of the theories and practice in English Language Teaching (ELT) in Indonesia in its conjunction with the second and foreign language acquisition theories. Twenty eight students specializing in teacher training participated in the research and two distinguished data collection methods were utilized; survey and interview. The results show that the students are not consistent with their opinions concerning the theories of second or foreign language acquisition and learning in relation to the mastery of English as a foreign language in Indonesia.</p><p> </p><p>Keywords: language learning, language acquisition, ELT</p>

scholarly journals Motivational Factors that Influence English as a Foreign Language Learners at Quality Leadership University, Panama City, Panama

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 543
Author(s):  
Ricardo Roman Jr. ◽  
Aixa M. Nunez
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Instrumental Motivation ◽  
Learning English

Research in second language acquisition took off in the early 1970s. This study on integrative and instrumental motivation examined the correlation between the two forms in terms of second language acquisition, and the interest it has generated through continued research efforts in language learning. Research to date suggests a possible relationship between motivation and second language learning. The results obtained by this research were determined by two basic types of motivation which play a relevant role in second language acquisition, it also revealed which was the most prevalent motivational factor that influences students in learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL) at Quality Leadership University, Panama. Our objective was to prove that instrumental motivation is more prevalent among students learning English as a Foreign Language in Panama. Although cultural awareness is very much present in the EFL classroom, it too plays a major role with English Language Learners (ELLs). This is a quantitative research study which includes a questionnaire classifying twenty motivational statements into two types of motivation, integrative and instrumental. The study revealed that instrumental motivation was more prevalent among English language learners at Quality Leadership University, Panama. Albiet learning about new cultures has been the driving force with which students approach language learning and students in Panama are not the exception. We can thus conclude that instrumental motivation has been acknowledged as the significant factor by students surveyed and the interest in specific language learning for career advancement, whereas integrative motivation is linked to more general second language acquisition for the benefit of cultural integration.

scholarly journals English Language Acquisition As A Foreign Language on Coachman of Cidomo In Gili Trawangan Lombok

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jumadil Jumadil ◽  
Emzir Emzir ◽  
Ninuk Lustyantie
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Native Speakers ◽  
English Language Acquisition ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Depth Interviews

This paper discusses the acquisition of English as a Foreign language on coachman of cidomob. In this study  the researchers applied a case study. The purpose of this study was to find deeper, how Cidomo coaches acquired English, the obstacles faced in acquiring English, and the strategy of English acquisition used. To get the data in these study researchers conducted observations in three months and in-depth interviews with two informants who had been previously chosen. After obtaining the data  the researcher conducted data reduction, data presentation and conclusions by using Mile & Huber man’s data analysis technique. The  result  it  found that  both of  coachman Cidomo  had acquired  English as  foreigners by listening to the native speakers, known through their native friends, imitating it and afterwards practicing with the tourist and their  native friends, while the obstacles faced by them were pronunciation, changing sounds of several phonemes such as phoneme F to P, V to  F and B to  P and the difficulty in memorizing vocabulary because they have been acquiring that second  language since they were  forty years old. Further, the strategy of English acquisition they applied respectively started from  memorizing utterances  such as  greetings, asking for permission, saying  goodbye, and after that they memorizing vocabularies related to their job ranging from objects to the natural environment around them to  complete and improve their second language acquisition.

scholarly journals Mother Tongues Roles' In English Language Learning

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Fery Seftiawan
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Ethnic Group ◽  
English Language ◽  
Short Paper ◽  
English Language Learning ◽  
Medium Of Instruction ◽  
Better Than

The Indonesian language as the medium of instruction indirectly affects all sectors of life across the nation. Starting from business, workplace, and entertainment to education, Indonesian language is used as the main standard language. The usage of the Indonesian language leads the hypothesized thought that it may in one side eradicate the existing tribal languages gradually. While in another side it may also have beneficial aspects like helping people (different ethnic group) to communicate as well as assisting remote learners to study English better. Due to the cases happen in two divergent conditions, this paper examines the use of Indonesian language in facilitating learners to study English. The result of this short paper shows that Indonesian language implication to some extent helps learners to study English better than those who use tribal language as their daily language to communicate. In term of second language acquisition, Indonesian language helps learners achieve some words through translation. Children in different region have different language acquisition as well as their style of learning a foreign language. Those who live in a “sophisticated” area are likely familiar with the Indonesian language that leads them learn English better than those who live in a suburban area.

scholarly journals TO THE QUESTION OF LANGUAGE INTERFERENCE IN THE ANGLOPHONE LITERARY TEXT

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 251-257
Author(s):  
E.A. Denisova
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Cognitive Science ◽  
English Language ◽  
Literary Text ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Single Interface ◽  
Literary Context ◽  
Interdisciplinary Interaction

The study of bilingualism problems (code switching, language interference, foreign language insertions) is traditionally considered as a single interdisciplinary interaction: cognitive science, pragmatics, psycholinguistics, etc. and serves as a necessary basis for solving problems in the second language acquisition. Translation problems, language specificity of literary text also make up a single interface. The article considers the interrelation of the phenomena "author's bilingualism" and "language interference" on the material of the English-language literary text. The author of the analyzed work uses foreign language insertions to perform certain functions in the creation of multilingual speech situations, the transfer of national color, to create a certain atmosphere in the text, as an emphatic means, and also to indicate a variable form of discourse. Individual author's bilingualism is considered as a kind of bilingualism from the point of view of the literary text, as well as from the standpoint of the literary context of the bilingual personality of the writer. In this particular case, the biography and oeuvre of D. Fowles represent his bilingualism and language interference.

scholarly journals DIFFICULTIES OF TEACHING SPEAKING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE AND WAYS OF OVERCOMING

2017 ◽  
pp. 37-47
Author(s):  
Татьяна Мамонова ◽  
Tatiana Mamonova ◽  
Юлия Чернякова ◽  
Yulia Chernyakova
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Class Room ◽  
Learning Interest ◽  
State Examination

This article deals with the chief difficulties of the second language acquisition pupils face, which are described in works of Russian and foreign methodologists and psychologists; typical mistakes made by examinees sitting Part Speaking of the Unified State Examination of the English language in 2015 are analysed. The ways of organization of class-room activities are emphasized, which enable pupils to overcome difficulties and to form a strong learning interest to speak a target language

scholarly journals THE BALANCE BETWEEN LANGUAGE ACQUISION AND LANGUAGE LEARNING IN ELC

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (13) ◽  
pp. 82-89
Author(s):  
Ірина Вєтрова ◽  
Тамара Білоус ◽  
Олена Верьовкіна
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Natural Process ◽  
Actual Problem ◽  
The Real

The article is devoted to the to the actual problem of the balanced use of English language teaching methods, some of which are considered by foreign researchers as close to the natural development of the child's language, and others are viewed as purely educational. Based on the analysis of foreign researches, the authors of the study clarified the concepts of " second language acquisition" and "second language learning", outlined their fundamental difference and importance in the process of studying English. It has been observed that some scholars prefer only methods of second language acquisition that resemble the natural process of a child's native language development. There is another vision of successful foreign language learning, whose proponents believe that when teaching a foreign language one should use both exercises that give an idea of ​​the language, and activities that resemble the natural process of language acquisition, where the first can not be ignored and plays an important role. The article suggests the examples of different approaches to the use of educational material at English language classroom. It is noted that their choice depends on the teacher, his understanding of the real language functioning in the community. T has been suggested, that wide exposure to a second language can be provided by extensive reading and listening, in particular out of ELC. This can be assisted by parents and their involvement to students’ studying. The results of a survey of students on their preferences in mastering the English language and observation of the real situation in the classroom are presented. The paper discusses the debatable nature of the problem and need for its further development is emphasized.

What we have to explain in foreign language learning

1996 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 718-718 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Bley-Vroman
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Development ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Fundamental Difference ◽  
Human Cognition ◽  
Development Theory

AbstractWhile child language development theory must explain invariant “success,” foreign language learning theory must explain variation and lack of success. The fundamental difference hypothesis (FDH) outlines such a theory. Epstein et al. ignore the explanatory burden, mischaracterize the FDH, and underestimate the resources of human cognition. The field of second language acquisition is not divided into camps by views on “access” to UG.

scholarly journals Christopher Brumfit Award 2014

2015 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 433-433
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Quality Of Presentation

The Editor and Board of Language Teaching are pleased to announce that the winner of the 2014 Christopher Brumfit thesis award is Dr Hilde van Zeeland. The thesis was selected by an external panel of judges based on its significance to the field of second language acquisition, second or foreign language learning and teaching, originality and creativity and quality of presentation.

scholarly journals Learning Poetry: Attitudes and Challenges Faced by ESL Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-69
Author(s):  
Hafilah Zainal Abidin ◽  
Taufik Lock Kim Wai
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
Esl Students ◽  
Selection Of

Learning literature, as part of the English Language Syllabus, has been practiced in many countries. In Malaysia, literature is incorporated as a component and an authentic means of learning the language with the hope that students acquire the desired language skills. However, poetry, one of the genres in the component, is the least favourable among students. This paper investigates students’ attitude towards learning poetry and the challenges they encountered learning poetry. Data from 120 respondents were collected through questionnaire and interviews. The findings revealed that the selection of texts for poetry in the literature component and teacher’s methodology play a role in cultivating students' interest in learning not only the language but also the context, culture, and values as well as inculcating a positive attitude towards learning poetry in second language acquisition.

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