The i2Flex Instructional Methodology Implemented in K-12 Classes for ESL and Foreign Language Learners

2021 ◽  
pp. 361-395
Author(s):  
Jenny E. Grigoropoulos ◽  
Heike Arnold ◽  
Christina J. Rocha
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Instructional Methodology ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Language Classes ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
K 12

The intention of this chapter is to demonstrate the implementation of the innovative instructional i2Flex methodology in Elementary School, Middle School, and High School classes for young EFL, ESL, and Foreign Language learners. Within a conceptual framework consisting of the ACS educational philosophy, reference features of foreign language teaching and the terminological definition of i2Flex, the three authors will outline a detailed explanation of their methodological and educational procedures, translating the i2Flex into practice in their foreign language classes. In a common conclusion of the three study cases, the authors will critically evaluate their experiences in their classrooms and the learning outcomes. They will then give insights and recommendations on how to consolidate the mutual symbiosis between face-to-face and flexible guided student learning supported by technology, guided towards independent and inquiry based student learning, in order to create a long-term, meaningful, academic blended learning in accordance to the i2Flex methodology and practice.

scholarly journals The Long-term Effects of Instruction on EFL Learners' Use of Complaining Formulas

10.29007/5xsb ◽  
2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alicia Martínez-Flor ◽  
Esther Usó-Juan
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Over Time

Studies analysing the positive role of pragmatic instruction in formal settings have increased over the last decades. Within this area of interventional pragmatics, some studies have particularly examined whether the effectiveness of the instruction implemented is sustained over time. In order to shed more light on the long-term effects of instruction, this research investigates English as a Foreign Language learners’ use of complaining formulas not only after immediately receiving instruction, but also two months later. Results show that learners keep using a variety of appropriate complaining formulas two months after having participated in the instructional period. These findings are discussed and directions for future research suggested.

scholarly journals Engaging Foreign Language Learners in a Web 2.0-Mediated Collaborative Learning Process

2015 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriel Eduardo Cote Parra
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Shared Knowledge ◽  
Classroom Setting ◽  
Pedagogical Intervention ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
The Face ◽  
Supporting Tool ◽  
Points Of View

<p>The purpose of this action research was to explore the types of interactions that foreign language learners experience while using a wiki as a supporting tool for a face-to-face research course. This design allowed me to play a dual role: first, I studied my own classroom setting and students. Second, I implemented a pedagogical intervention based on a collaborative online learning interaction. The data were gathered from participants’ posts, and the findings revealed that class tasks promoted an asynchronous voluntary interaction among participants in which they shared knowledge and experiences while expressing the opinions and points of view that enabled them to actively participate in the face-to-face class.</p><p>El propósito de esta investigación acción fue explorar el tipo de interacciones que estudiantes de lenguas extranjeras presentaron al utilizar una wiki como herramienta de soporte de un curso presencial. Este diseño me permitió desempeñar un doble papel. Por una parte, estudié mi propio salón de clase y estudiantes; por otra, implementé una intervención pedagógica con base en una interacción colaborativa en línea. La información se recolectó por medio de 128 aportes hechos por los participantes. Los hallazgos revelan que las actividades de clase permitieron una interacción asincrónica voluntaria entre los participantes en la cual ellos compartieron saberes y experiencias, a la vez que expresaron opiniones y puntos de vista que les permitieron participar activamente en la clase presencial.</p>

scholarly journals The Use of Listening Comprehension Strategies in Distance Language Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (10) ◽  
pp. 62
Author(s):  
Aysel Deregözü
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Listening Comprehension ◽  
Language Education ◽  
State Universities ◽  
Comprehension Strategies ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Language Classes ◽  
Academic Year

This study aims to examine the listening comprehension strategies used by foreign language learners who are learning languages through distance education. It also aims to explore how the use of listening comprehension strategies differs in terms of three variables, namely, gender, L2, and department majored. To do this, the Listening Strategy Inventory was administered to students attending English and German language classes through distance education at three state universities in Turkey. The data were collected during the 2020-2021 academic year. The study used quantitative analysis methods. The data were analyzed with descriptive statistics and the statistical analyses independent samples t-test. The findings revealed that students use listening comprehension strategies at a moderate level. The most commonly used listening comprehension strategies were those for while listening and nonverbal strategies, while learners use word-oriented strategies the least. The study also revealed statistically significant differences by gender in foreign language learners&rsquo; listening comprehension strategies, but no significant differences for department majored and L2 variables. It is recommended that individual differences be considered when teaching listening comprehension strategies to foreign language learners.

scholarly journals Using Games to Promote English as a Foreign Language Learners’ Willingness to Communicate: Potential Effects and Teachers’ Attitude in Focus

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fei Liu ◽  
Balachandran Vadivel ◽  
Ehsan Rezvani ◽  
Ehsan Namaziandost
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Willingness To Communicate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Item Questionnaire ◽  
Language Classes ◽  
Students Attitudes

This study aims to find out the role of games in promoting students’ willingness to communicate (WTC) and their teachers’ attitude toward it. In order to collect the data, the researchers employed a 28-item questionnaire which was given to 60 English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in an English institute. Then, the students were randomly divided into two groups of 30 learners functioning as control and experimental groups. The students in the experimental group received games in their language lessons and classes, while control group learners did not. At the end of the term, the same questionnaire was given to the students to know if playing games had a significant impact on their WTC. In addition, the teachers were asked to answer a 30-item questionnaire to investigate their attitudes toward playing games in language classes. The results showed that most of the teachers in this study believe that games have a positive influence on the students’ attitudes towards learning English and that using them in class serves many educational purposes. In addition, games played a significant role in improving the EFL leaners’ willingness to communicate. In the light of these findings, the researchers suggested using games as energizers and practical activities at the end of class not only to improve enthusiasm for learning, but also to improve the learners’ WTC.

scholarly journals Podcasting as a tool to develop speaking skills in the foreign language classroom

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 40
Author(s):  
Mario Tomé Díez ◽  
Marlisa Amanda Richters
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Spoken Language ◽  
Preparation Time ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Actual Duration ◽  
Language Classes ◽  
Language Classroom ◽  
Oral Activity ◽  
Speaking Skills

<p>It is essential for foreign language learners to have adequate opportunities for speaking in order to enhance the acquisition of oral communicative competence. Although research over the last few years has dealt with the potential of podcasting for the development of oral competencies, little has been done towards its application in the <em>improvement</em> of speaking skills or the <em>correction</em> of pronunciation. This article presents experiments with podcasts developed in French foreign language classes over the course of ten years. The results obtained relate to the following three aspects: firstly, selection and analysis of the available tools fostering greater oral activity and effective correction of pronunciation; secondly, the quantification of spoken language according to the actual duration of the podcasts, as well as preparation time estimated by the students; finally, the evaluation of spoken language using certain indicators of improvement of pronunciation.<em></em></p>

scholarly journals The Tourism Students’ Awareness of Communicative Competence in an English as a Foreign Language Context

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 184
Author(s):  
Ercilia Loera Anchondo
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Communicative Competence ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Ciudad Juarez ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Language Context

The present research aimed to find out the students’ awareness towards the concept of communicative competence and to discover if exposure serves as a tool in the development of the latter. Applying a mixed-method research design, quantitative and qualitative data were gathered with three different instruments: a face-to-face questionnaire, a semi-structured interview, and a structured observation. The subjects consisted of forty-six English as a Foreign Language learners in the intermediate and advanced levels in the Tourism major at the Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez. Eleven questions were designed to find out the students’ awareness on communicative competence and its components. The interview was based on the elements of communicative competence and the activities related to exposure to the target language. The observation considered details in regards to the students’ performance in the linguistic and pragmatic components of communicative competence. Results indicated that participants are aware of the concept under study and its components. Their answers to the interview and their performance in the observation proposed that exposure to the target language have been used towards the development of certain elements in their communicative competence. Recommendations derived from the present study include making students comprehend what the acquisition of a communicative competence encompasses, which is to manage the target language through the use of the four skills. Secondly, it is of great importance to promote in students the habit of practicing the target language outside the classroom. Finally, it is necessary to pay attention to phonological features such as word stress, pitch, and intonation to improve pronunciation.

The i2Flex Instructional Methodology Implemented in Middle School Classes for Young EFL and Foreign Language Learners

2016 ◽  
pp. 208-242
Author(s):  
Jenny Eugenia Grigoropoulos ◽  
Heike Arnold
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Classroom Environment ◽  
Lesson Plans ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Instructional Methodology ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
The Media

Teachers engaging in the i2Flex teaching methodology employ constructivism-based media in order to update their practices according to the students' changing needs with reference to their education. As a result, students are more eager to learn in a positive environment, and more likely to reach their potential which leads to higher academic performance levels. The authors present and discuss the i2Flex instructional methodology as they implemented it in Middle School Classes for young EFL and Foreign Language learners. Students are active participants of the process. The teacher changes hats from being the instructor in the limited sense of the direct instructor in a teacher centered classroom environment, to being an effective facilitator of the process of education, eventually. The lesson plans change, the media through which they will be delivered also change to be adding to, or even omitting at times, the traditional textbook.

Young Learners

2018 ◽  
pp. 58-75
Author(s):  
Joanna Rodiki Petrides
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Definition Of

This chapter refers to a very complex factor that is of primary importance in language learning theories: motivation. It aims—through a brief analysis of existing theories and research findings on motivation, its impact on foreign language learning, and second language acquisition—to provide a definition of this complicated term, to explain how motivation can affect foreign language learners, and how young foreign language learners can be motivated to learn a foreign or additional language effectively and become competent users of it. To manage to provide a clear description of how motivation affects young language learners, it is necessary to refer to the theories that analyze foreign language learning or language acquisition and then relate them to the theories on motivation. Different types of motivation are described, including intrinsic, extrinsic, integrative, and instrumental, as well as motivation in the language classroom.

The i2Flex Instructional Methodology Implemented in Middle School Classes for Young EFL and Foreign Language Learners

2018 ◽  
pp. 734-767
Author(s):  
Jenny Eugenia Grigoropoulos ◽  
Heike Arnold
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Classroom Environment ◽  
Lesson Plans ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Instructional Methodology ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
The Media

Teachers engaging in the i2Flex teaching methodology employ constructivism-based media in order to update their practices according to the students' changing needs with reference to their education. As a result, students are more eager to learn in a positive environment, and more likely to reach their potential which leads to higher academic performance levels. The authors present and discuss the i2Flex instructional methodology as they implemented it in Middle School Classes for young EFL and Foreign Language learners. Students are active participants of the process. The teacher changes hats from being the instructor in the limited sense of the direct instructor in a teacher centered classroom environment, to being an effective facilitator of the process of education, eventually. The lesson plans change, the media through which they will be delivered also change to be adding to, or even omitting at times, the traditional textbook.

scholarly journals Pelatihan Berkomunikasi Lisan Melalui Tata Bahasa Jepang bagi Pemandu Wisata Khusus di Kabupaten Bangli

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 330-339
Author(s):  
Anak Agung Ayu Dian Andriyani ◽  
Elly Triasih Rahayu ◽  
Hartati Hartati ◽  
I Dewa Ayu Devi Maharani Santika
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Oral Communication ◽  
Japanese Culture ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Tour Guides ◽  
Foreign Language Learners ◽  
Service Activity ◽  
The Right ◽  
Teaching Modules

Abstrak: Kegiatan pengabdian dilaksanakan dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berbahasa Jepang bagi pemandu wisata di Kabupaten Bangli. Kurangnya kemampuan berkomunikasi lisan menggunakan bahasa Jepang, disebabkan karena pemandu wisata khusus belajar secara otodidak.. Hal ini sangat berdampak pada kualitas interaksi dengan wisatawan. Pentingnya dosen dan mahasiswa mengimplementasikan perannya berdasarkan pada Tri darma perguruan tinggi sehingga diadakan kegiatan pengabdian di Kabupateng Bangli dengan tujuan agar pemandu wisata khusus mampu berkomunikasi sesuai tata bahasa Jepang, sehingga dapat memberikan pelayanaan jasa yang sesuai dengan harapan wisatawan Jepang. Pada masa pandemi COVID-19, metode yang digunakan saat kegiatan pelatihan dilakukan secara dua arah sehingga terjalin komunikasi yang baik. Kegiatan pengabdian dilakukan secara daring menggunakan aplikasi Zoom. Meskipun tidak dilaksanakan tatap muka, namun pemandu wisatawan khusus sangat antusias mengikuti kegiatan pelatihan selama enam bulan yang dilaksanakan setiap hari minggu dengan dua sesi pembelajaran. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan kehadiran peserta dari berbagai kelompok sadar wisata di kabupaten Bangli dengan usia yang bervariasi tetap tekun mengikuti pelatihan sampai akhir. Hasil dari pelatihan ini memberikan suatu perubahan cara berkomunikasi pemandu wisata khusus dalam menggunakan tata bahasa Jepang dengan cepat dan tepat. Dampak yang telah dirasakan oleh pemandu wisata khusus adalah munculnya rasa percaya diri yang tinggi saat berkomunikasi karena telah memahami tata bahasa yang tepat sehingga maksud dapat tersampaikan dengan baik dan dapat mengimplementasikan etika berkomunikasi lisan menurut budaya masyarakat Jepang.Abstract: Grammar is a basic reference for foreign language learners to communicate orally properly and correctly. The lack of oral communication skills using a foreign language, namely Japanese, is caused by most of the tour guides learning Japanese on a self-taught basis, so that the understanding of the importance of applying grammar in communicating is minimal. This greatly impacts the quality of interaction with tourists. Due to the importance of lecturers and students implementing their roles based on the Tri dharma of higher education, community service activity were held in Bangli Regency with the aim that the special tour guides were able to communicate in accordance with Japanese grammar, so that they could provide services that were in line with the expectations of Japanese tourists. During the pandemic, service activities can be carried out online using the Zoom application. Although it is not carried out face-to-face, the special tourist guides are very enthusiastic about participating in the six-month training activities which are held every Sunday with two learning sessions. This is evidenced by the presence of participants from various tourism-aware groups in Bangli district in varying age ranges. They persisted in following the training until the end. Teaching modules that are arranged according to needs provide a change for tour guides in communicating using the right Japanese language. This condition is evidenced by the ability to answer questions and make sentences that are in accordance with grammar for the beginner level. By understanding proper grammar, messages can be conveyed properly and can implement oral communication ethics based on Japanese culture.

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