scholarly journals The First Language Interference toward Students’ English Speaking as Foreign Language

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 39
Author(s):  
Tania Syafutri ◽  
Andri Saputra
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Course Design ◽  
First Language ◽  
Parallel Structure ◽  
Verb Agreement ◽  
Allophonic Variation ◽  
Phonological Interference ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Lexical Interference

This research aims at analyzing the first language interference toward students’ English speaking as foreign language made by sixth semester students in course design subject, such as phonological interference (pronunciation), grammatical (morphological and lexical), and lexical interference (vocabulary), and the factors that caused interference of the first language. This research is descriptive qualitative. The findings of the research explained that students made three types of interference categorized as phonological interference such as pronounce the word incorrectly (vowel, diphthong, consonan, and allophonic variation), grammatical interference such as in morphological (singular-plural agreement) and syntactical (subject-verb agreement, phrase, comparative adjective, possessive adjective, and parallel structure),  and lexical interference such as in vocabulary (combining between Indonesian and the English language). The data showed that students often make error in phonological aspect. The factors that caused first language interference are lack of knowledge, Indonesian transfer, and lack of vocabularies of foreign language that mastered by students or respondents.

FIRST AND SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING THROUGH TEXTBOOKS IN ALBANIAN SCHOOLS (COMPARATIVE OVERVIEW OF ALBANIAN AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEXTBOOKS)

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (7) ◽  
pp. 2319-2324
Author(s):  
Rina Muka ◽  
Irida Hoti
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Second Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Mother Tongue ◽  
First Language ◽  
Grammatical Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
The Third

The language acquired from the childhood is the language spoken in the family and in the place of living. This language is different from one pupil to another, because of their social, economical conditions. By starting the school the pupil faces first the ABC book and then in the second grade Albanian language learning through the Albanian language textbook. By learning Albanian language step by step focused on Reading, Writing, Speaking and Grammar the pupil is able to start learning the second language on the next years of schooling. So, the second language learning in Albanian schools is related to the first language learning (mother tongue), since the early years in primary school. In our schools, the second language (English, Italian) starts in the third grade of the elementary class. On the third grade isn’t taught grammar but the pupil is directed toward the correct usage of the language. The textbooks are structured in developing the pupil’s critical thinking. The textbooks are fully illustrated and with attractive and educative lessons adequate to the age of the pupils. This comparative study will reflect some important aspects of language learning in Albanian schools (focused on Albanian language - first language and English language - second language), grade 3-6. Our point of view in this paper will show not only the diversity of the themes, the lines and the sub-lines but also the level of language knowledge acquired at each level of education. First, the study will focus on some important issues in comparing Albanian and English language texts as well as those which make them different: chronology and topics retaken from one level of education to another, so by conception of linear and chronological order will be shown comparatively two learned languages (mother tongue and second language). By knowing and learning well mother tongue will be easier for the pupil the foreign language learning. The foreign language (as a learning curriculum) aims to provide students with the skills of using foreign language written and spoken to enable the literature to recognize the achievements of advanced world science and technology that are in the interest of developing our technique. Secondly, the study will be based on the extent of grammatical knowledge, their integration with 'Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing' as well as the inclusion of language games and their role in language learning. The first and second language learning in Albanian schools (grade III-VI) is based on similar principles for the linearity and chronology of grammatical knowledge integrated with listening, reading, writing and speaking. The different structure of both books help the pupils integrate and use correctly both languages. In the end of the sixth grade, the pupils have good knowledge of mother tongue and the second language and are able to write and speak well both languages.

scholarly journals The use of movie in forming English-speaking lexical competence of Vietnamese students

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 39-47
Author(s):  
Денис Ершов ◽  
Denis Ershov
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
Cognitive Approach ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Lexical Competence ◽  
Main Components ◽  
Germanic Languages

The article is devoted to the development and testing of the method of using authentic films for the formation of English-speaking lexical competence of Vietnamese students. The results of the work have shown their effectiveness in the course of scientific and industrial practice in teaching students in the department of phonetics and vocabulary of the English language. Their significance (scientific contribution) and conclusions were noted during the defense of the master's thesis by the members of the State Examination Commission, in Moscow State Pedagogical University on the 11th of February. The field of application of the results is quite extensive: the results of the research can be useful both for teachers of a foreign language, and for students studying in the field - Pedagogical education. The limitations and directions of future research will be related to the study of "Germanic languages" and their application in pedagogical practice using a different methodological base and didactic approaches. In the absence of a language learning environment, ways of creating it are created by working on authentic works of art-films shot abroad. The subject of the study is the technology of forming English-speaking lexical competence among Vietnamese students in Russia on the basis of foreign experience. The aim of the article is to develop a methodology for the formation of English-speaking lexical competence among Vietnamese students. Research hypothesis: the technology of forming English-speaking lexical competence among Vietnamese students will be more effective if: -the theoretical basis for the formation of foreign vocabulary lexical competence among students of the teacher training Universities with the use of an authentic film in the studied language was singled out, and their main components were singled out; - as a methodological reference point, a communicative-cognitive approach to the formation of lexical English-speaking competence was chosen in combination with such approaches as intercultural, personal-activity and competence; -developed a system of exercises and tasks to learn foreign language lexical material using an authentic film.

scholarly journals The English-speaking environment of a non-linguistic university: features, prospects and risks in the context of digital transformations

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Р.М. Игнатьева
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
University Management ◽  
State Budget ◽  
Language Competence ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Language Environment ◽  
The University

В статье раскрыты стратегические цели и задачи проекта «Формирование англоязычной среды» в одном из региональных неязыковых вузов в ГБОУ ВО «Альметьевский государственный нефтяной институт». Автором представлены результаты констатирующего этапа эксперимента по формированию иноязычной компетенции субъектов образовательного процесса, позволяющие выявить как проблемы преподавателей, так и студентов. В связи с этим, в рамках реализации данного проекта автором разработан комплекс мероприятий по повышению уровней сформированности иноязычной компетенции отдельно для преподавателей и студентов; представлены педагогические механизмы поступательного формирования англоязычной среды для руководства вуза; выявлены особенности и конкурентные преимущества вуза в формировании англоязычной среды; спрогнозированы некоторые организационные ограничения и риски при реализации данного проекта. The article describes the strategic goals and objectives of the project "Formation of the English-speaking environment" in one of the regional non-linguistic universities in the State Budget Institution of Higher Education "Almetyevsk State Oil Institute". The author presents the experimental results of the establishing stage on forming foreign language competence of the subjects of the educational process, allowing to reveal both teachers' and students' problems. In this regard the author developed a set of measures to increase the levels of foreign language competence formation separately for teachers and students; presented pedagogical mechanisms of progressive formation of English-language environment for university management; identified features and competitive advantages of the university in formation of English-language environment; predicted some organizational constraints and risks in realization of the project.

scholarly journals Foreign­ Language Environment of the University as a Resource for Development of Leading Universities of Russia (2014–2019 Monitoring Results)

2020 ◽  
pp. 43-55
Author(s):  
N. N. Abakumova ◽  
A. V. Fakhrutdinova
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Experimental Work ◽  
Research Universities ◽  
English Language ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Monitoring Study ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Language Environment ◽  
The University

The presented study updates the problem of assessing the development efficiency of the foreign language environment in the leading research universities of Russia. The necessity of forming the language environment for the universities participating in the “TOP 5–100” project is shown. The monitoring study of the level of formation of the foreign language environment in universities is conducted in 21 leading universities, starting from 2014. In the experimental work the results of the six-year monitoring study have been summarized, which allowed identifying and fixing the mechanisms of language environment improvement: the development and implementation of English language for Bachelor, Specialist and Master programs; active language practice, the creation of special structures in the university, etc. The active development of the English-speaking environment in the higher educational institutions is shown, which attracts foreign applicants, promotes the participation of the teaching staff and students in international professional communities and associations.

scholarly journals English as Lingua Franca and First Language Comfort Zones at an Internationalized University in Warsaw

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 45-65
Author(s):  
Lucyna Aleksandrowicz-Pędich
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
English Language ◽  
First Language ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Lingua Franca ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Student Community ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
English As Lingua Franca ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Objective: The aim of this study has been to analyse the use of English as lingua franca at an internationalised university in a non-English speaking country, the challenges caused by the need to use English for academic and social purposes as well as the use of other languages by a multicultural student community. Methodology: The methodology was based on qualitative research and involved open-ended interviews with students of 14 nationalities as well as staff members, both local (Polish) and from English-speaking countries. Findings: The main findings indicate: a degree of mismatch between the self-perception of English language competence and the actual ability to use it; the key function of language for social bonding; frequent recourse to first language comfort zones rather than the use of the lingua franca. Value Added: The research focuses on English language issues in a non-English speaking country, an understudied area in higher education. It draws attention to the use of Russian as a secondary lingua franca among students for whom it is their other language of fluent communication. Recommendations: University level educators should be more aware of the specificity of the problems in the use of English by international students, including such as underestimated listening comprehension issues, tensions connected with the use of polite forms and the mismatch between communication skills in English and the academic needs. The impact of language identity on international students social networking should be taken into account as well.

scholarly journals Kina’muanej Knjanjiji’naq mut ntakotmnew tli’lnu’ltik (In the Foreign Language, Let us Teach our Children not to be Ashamed of Being Mi’kmaq)

in education ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 148-160
Author(s):  
Ashley Julian ◽  
Ida Denny
Keyword(s):  
North America ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Curriculum Development ◽  
Indigenous People ◽  
English Language ◽  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
Indigenous Languages ◽  
First Nation ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Full Immersion

Colonialism has assimilated and suppressed Indigenous languages across Turtle Island ( North America). A resurgence of language is needed for First Nation learners and educators and this resurgence is required if Indigenous people are going to revitalize, recover and reclaim Indigenous languages. The existing actions occurring within Indigenous communities contributing to language resurgence include immersion schools. Eskasoni First Nation opened its doors in September 2015 to a full immersion school separate from the English speaking educational centers. This move follows the introduction of Mi'kmaq immersion over ten years earlier within the English speaking school in the community. The Mi’kmaw immersion school includes the Ta’n L’nuey Etl-mawlukwatmumk Mi’kmaw Curriculum Development Centre that assists educators in translating educational curriculum from the dominant English language to Mi’kmaq. In this paper, stories are shared about the Eskasoni immersion program’s actions towards language resurgence through a desire-based lens, based on rich narratives from three Mi’kmaw immersion educators.

scholarly journals The Use of Technological Gadgets by English Language Students: A Study at University Level in Southern Punjab Pakistan

2021 ◽  
Vol VI (IV) ◽  
pp. 39-46
Author(s):  
Abdul Khaliq ◽  
Muhammad Raes ◽  
Rasheed Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
English Language ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
University Level ◽  
Language Students

Using technological gadgets for the learning process is now important. Information technology playsan important role in the study of English as a foreign language. The current study determines theadvantages and ease of use of technological devices offered by South Punjab Universities as teachingaids. The study also looked at student fulfillment and emphasized the difficulties met by English-speaking pupils in using these means. It was a blended technique study in which a survey was appliedto collect the data. Members were 170 male and female understudies from the Faculty of English andTranslation Studies. The discoveries show that technical gadgets are exceptionally helpful and adaptableto utilize. The understudies were happy with the innovative hardware. Unexpectedly, a few understudiesannounced encountering various issues, like web issues, absence of abilities, and absence of directionprograms. Ends and suggestions on the utilization of these assets are given.

Missing me and Msing the other

2007 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 8.1-8.17
Author(s):  
Joanne Winter ◽  
Anne Pauwels
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Gender Equity ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Language Change ◽  
First Language ◽  
The Other ◽  
Outer Circle ◽  
The World ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Address System

The introduction and spread ofMsas the courtesy address title for women is a cornerstone of feminist linguistic planning for English. Its introduction aimed to eradicate the discriminatory inequity in the address system that exposed women through their (non)marital relationship with men. The understanding, use and impact of the courtesy title are fairly well documented, particularly for Englishes of Australia (e.g. Pauwels 1987; 1998; 2001; 2003), US and Britain (Romaine 2001) and New Zealand (Holmes 2001). We have little knowledge of the form’s spread, impact and use by speakers for whom English is not the dominant language but forms part of their linguistic repertoire. Graddol (1997) argues that English-speaking bilinguals will outnumber first language speakers and, ‘increasingly will decide the global future of the language’ (p.10). Such contexts of English – second / third / foreign – usage loosely align with locales Kachru (1997) identified as ‘expanding circles’, and to some extent, many of the ‘outer circle’ Englishes, e.g. Hong Kong. In this paper we take up a new direction in feminist language planning: the exploration of courtesy title use and practices by English-speaking mono-/bi-/multilingual women around the world. We draw upon online survey data (available fromhttp://www.teagirl.arts.uwa.edu.au/) to probe respondents’ strategies for addressing unknown women, as well as women’s use of courtesy titles for themselves. Our mapping of practices associated withMsreveals an unexpected pattern of diffusion with implications for evaluating planned social language change. In relation toMs, the implementation of feminist linguistic policy does not cohere with a pattern of spread from inner to outer to expanding ‘circles’ of English or from ‘first language speaker’ to … ‘foreign language speaker’ diffusion. The locale and personal contexts associated with education, awareness and personal commitment to gender equity interact in complicating, and surprising ways. Indeed our research exposes a new directionality forMsas a preferred form for unknown women, without necessarily implicating its use in self-naming for many bilingual women resident in ‘outer circle’ locales.

USE OF THE MOTHER TONGUE IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE INTERACTION

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 177-181
Author(s):  
Ekaterina Sofronieva ◽  
◽  
Christina Beleva ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Mother Tongue ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Foreign Language Education ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Nursery Schools ◽  
Comprehension Skills ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
English Speaking

The article offers a brief historical overview of some of the main methods in foreign language teaching and focuses on the use of the native language in their application. A modern study conducted among children from nursery schools in Bulgaria shows that when language education is carried out only in the target language, children also use only this language in their language interactions and vice versa. Some of the research findings are that 42.2 percent of the children whose teachers communicate with them in both languages, also make use of Bulgarian when trying to convey meanings and messages in English language. In general, children’s comprehension skills are better developed than their English speaking skills. In conclusion, the research results show that at the present stage, the offered foreign language education of children in nursery schools as entertaining as it may be, is not effective enough. Working methods and well-established approaches should be applied in early foreign language education of children in order to develop their skills to communicate in a new language.

scholarly journals I Prefer My Own Ways to Acquire My English Speaking Skills: A Grounded Research

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Fernandes Arung ◽  
Zainal Rafli ◽  
Ratna Dewanti
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Main Basis ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The University ◽  
Speaking Skills

Formal educational practitioners tend to neglect the students’ sense of liking; we labled as Preferent learning, in order to acquire certain skill in the learning foreign language, especially speaking skills. In general, so far, issues of formal learning with the focus on bounded academic rules, cognition, and motivation have been used as the main basis for the learning foreign language and even learning in general. In fact, the individual learning, language community, social change, and sopihisticated technology need to be considered in how students acquire the skills they want based on their preferences. By investigating how the University students in Kolaka learned and improved their English speaking skills, we applied a Grounded study that involved 10 informants who were the students and alumni of the English Language Education Study Program of the University X in Kolaka, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. All data were collected 12 times in 3 stages then were analyzed using three steps of Strauss and Corbin's analysis that applied theoretical sampling and constant comparison in generating the substantive theory. The findings revealed that the informants acquired the English speaking skills because of a sense of liking or preference toward any topic to learn. Further, they prefer to learn in an unpredictable ways without any rules and an informal self-evaluation were applied as a way in sustaining the skills.

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