scholarly journals WASHBACK EFFECT OF YEMENI GENERAL SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE ENGLISH EXAMINATION ON TEACHERS' TEACHING PRACTICES AND CLASSROOM TESTING

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 262-271
Author(s):  
Intisar Saleh Ahmed Albondoq
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching Practices ◽  
Role Model ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
School Certificate ◽  
Listening Skill

The new trends in language testing towards the effect of testing in language learning and teaching helped in emerging a new concept ''washback'' or ''backwash'' to reflect the vital role that tests play, positively or negatively, in language learning and teaching. This study aims to investigate the washback effect of Yemeni General Secondary School Certificate English Examination (YGSSCEE) on teachers' teaching practices and classroom testing. The research methodology was quantitative approach design. Interview was used as a research instrument. The population of this study was 21 of English language teachers at Yemeni secondary schools namely: Aden, Abyan and Lahj. The study used purposive sampling method. The findings of the study revealed that teachers' teaching practices and classroom testing were, negatively, influenced by YGSSCEE. Most of the teachers used grammar translation method instead of implementation of communicative language teaching that was emphasized by Crescent English Course 6 for Yemen (CEC6Ym). Most of the teachers adapted the classroom tests from the past YGSSCEE papers. Reading, writing and grammar were given more emphasis; while listening skill was totally skipped in language teaching and testing. Most of the teachers considered the YGSSCEE as a role model in language teaching and testing in classrooms.

scholarly journals Investigating Iraqi EFL Secondary School Students' Perceptions towards Using Mobile Language Learning Technique

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. p25
Author(s):  
Nisreen Kadhim Khdair
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Secondary School Students ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
School Students ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Learning Technique

Changes in mobile technologies, developments in information technologies and telecommunication, computers programs and expansion of mobile market, likewise have inspired people to make use of these “anytime” and “anywhere” technologies in second language teaching. Use of mobile devices in language teaching has been the focus of language learning studies since language learning necessitates interaction and autonomy which are the key concepts in mobile assisted language learning for learners. The research aims at investigating Iraqi EFL secondary school students' perceptions towards using mobile language learning technique. To achieve the aim of the present research, a sample of 40 secondary school students were chosen randomly from many schools . To fulfill the aim of the study, the questionnaire of students consists of (17) items. After the analysis of the data, the findings indicated that the vast majority of students had had used their mobile phones to study English. Also, they expressed their welcome towards using this technology to study English in the future. It is recommended to promote the use of mobile learning devices, and encourage students to use mobile as a means of learning and teaching English language in various stages of education.

scholarly journals RETHINKING THE USE OF L1 IN L2 CLASSROOM

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 42
Author(s):  
Zulfikar Zulfikar
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Mother Tongue ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
English Language Learning ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
L2 Learning

Using mother tongue (L1) in a foreign language (L2) classrooms is inevitable. Despite the debate over the adequacy of using L1 in the teaching of L2, this paper argues using L1 in the classroom does not hinder learning, and that L1 has a facilitating role to play in the classroom and can help L2 learning and acquisition. This paper shows that L1 is an inseparable part of language teaching, and it has several functions for both the students and teachers in English language learning and teaching. Therefore, those who believe L1 has a minimal role to play in the teaching of a foreign language are invited to think again of its role and contributions it makes to the fields of language learning and teaching.

scholarly journals THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MOBILE ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING (MALL) ON ESL LISTENING SKILL

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 370
Author(s):  
A B M Shafiqul Islam ◽  
Mehedi Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
English Language ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Language Programs ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Mobile Assisted Language Learning ◽  
Listening Skill ◽  
Teaching Learning

The use of mobile technology in learning and teaching English has been on the rise all over the world over the past few decades and hence, has received considerable attention and importance from the academics in recent years. As a result, a number of experimental studies have so far been carried out about the use and effectiveness of mobile phones in the teaching/learning process. However, there have been only a small number of studies on the topic of mobile-assisted listening comprehension. This study basically aims to explore whether Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) is effective in teaching/learning listening to the students of university-level English language programs and could better enhance students’ listening ability. It also endeavors to assess why some MALL strategies/techniques are more effective than the others. For review purpose, the study exclusively used the secondary data available on the broader topic- the use and efficacy of mobile phones in teaching/learning listening skill. The results of this research indicated that the MALL is meaningfully efficacious in teaching/learning ESL/EFL listening skill and using appropriate strategies could positively contribute to bringing about better learning. Besides outlining a brief overview of MALL, the study also attempts to recommend some practical and useful stratagems that ESL/EFL educators can use while designing MALL listening tasks/activities.

A case study of how beliefs toward language learning and language teaching influence the teaching practices of a Japanese teacher of English in Japanese higher education

2011 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
Diane Nagatomo
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching Practices ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Japanese Higher Education ◽  
Teacher's Beliefs

Japanese teachers of English in Japanese higher education are an under-researched, yet a highly influential group of teachers. A yearlong case study with one teacher, a literature specialist who is relatively new at teaching English, was conducted. Through multiple interviews and classroom observations, it was found that the teacher’s beliefs toward language learning and language teaching are deeply rooted in how she successfully learned English and are shaped by her love for literature. The paper concludes with a call for more qualitative and quantitative research investigating the teaching practices and the English pedagogical beliefs of Japanese university English teachers in order to deepen our understanding of English language education in Japan. 日本の高等教育機関における日本人の英語教師の役割は大きいにもかかわらず、これまで十分に研究の対象になって来なかった。文学が専門の比較的経験の浅い1人の教師を対象として1年間、ケーススタディを行った。数回のインタビューおよび教室での観察を通じて、その教師の言語学習・言語教授についての本人の信条が、自分の英語学習における成功体験および文学への愛情に少なからず影響されていることが判明した。本論では、日本における英語教育の理解を深めるためには、大学教師がどのような教育を行っているか、どのような教育上の信念を持っているのかを、質的にも量的にもさらに研究する必要性があると結論づけている。

scholarly journals Secondary EL Teachers’ CPD: Present Practices and Perceived Needs

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Abdul Rouf ◽  
Abdul Rashid Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
English Language ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Perceived Needs ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The present paper reports a study that aimed to explore secondary school (SS) English language (EL) teachers’ present practices of and perceived needs for continuing professional development (CPD) in Bangladesh. In 21st century worldwide educational settings, ‘change’ is the only constant trend. Consequently, EL teachers need to be continuously updated in their professional knowledge base and skills. They must be engaged in effective CPDs to keep abreast of innovations in language learning and teaching for their own career development and better learning outcomes for learners. Using a semi-structured questionnaire qualitative data was collected from 10 secondary EL teachers. The findings show that overall scenario of SS EL teachers’ CPD is not encouraging. The paper also discusses some implications for teachers’ professional learning.Journal of NELTA, Vol 22 No. 1-2, December 2017, Page: 1-12

scholarly journals Evidence-Based Practices of English Language Teaching: A Meta-Analysis of Meta-Analyses

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 75
Author(s):  
Hamad H. Alsowat
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Teaching Practices ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Language Outcomes ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
The Impact

This meta-analysis aims at investigating the impact of English language teaching practices on language outcomes. The literature search yielded 90 meta-analyses that were published between January, 1995 and December, 2019. The current study analyzed 90 meta-analysis and these studies comprised 3496 studies, 7870 effect sizes and nearly 700,000 students. Three moderator variables were examined: year of publication, setting and educational level. The results showed that a) language learning strategies had medium impact on language outcomes in general and generated the largest impact on speaking (d=0.90), b) technology-based language learning had medium impact on language outcomes in general and generated the largest impact on vocabulary (d=0.98), c) explicit instruction had medium impact on language outcomes in general and generated the largest impact on grammar (d=1.26), d) mobile-based language learning had small impact on language outcomes in general and generated the largest impact on listening (d=0.73), and e) setting and educational level significantly moderated the impact of teaching practices on language outcomes. The findings were discussed and implication and future research were proposed.

scholarly journals An Analysis of Students’ Perceptions in Implementation 2013 Curriculum on Senior High School English Language Teaching (ELT) in Bojonegoro

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 81
Author(s):  
Mohammad Fatoni ◽  
Moh. Zainuddin
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Learning Support ◽  
High School English ◽  
Learning And Teaching

Abstract: This study aims to analyze students’ perception in implementation of the 2013 curriculum on senior high school English language teaching (ELT) in Bojonegoro in (1) How are the students’ perceptions of the 2013 curriculum in terms of the learning process senior high school English language teaching?(2) How are the students' perceptions on the 2013 curriculum in terms of learning support in senior high school English language teaching?. Results of the analysis of students' perceptions of the 2013 curriculum in English Language Learning and Teaching in terms of the learning process and learning support, they were answered with a questionnaire. The learning process shows the following results: knowledge-perception (81%), exploration (84%), consolidation of learning (81%), the formation of attitudes and behavior (84%), formative assessment (81%), and learning support as follows: teacher quality (97%), student quality (90%) facility quality (68%). It can be concluded that the students' perceptions about the 2013 curriculum were positive, with the percentage strongly agreeing or very suitable between 76% -100%. Keywords: 2013 Curriculum; Students’ Perceptions; English Language Teaching (ELT); Qualitative Research Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis persepsi siswa dalam implementasi kurikulum 2013 pada pengajaran bahasa Inggris di sekolah menengah atas (ELT) di Bojonegoro dalam (1) Bagaimana persepsi siswa terhadap kurikulum 2013 ditinjau dari proses pembelajaran pada pembelajaran bahasa Inggris di SMA? (2) Bagaimana persepsi siswa terhadap kurikulum 2013 dalam hal dukungan pembelajaran pada pembelajaran bahasa Inggris di SMA ?. Hasil analisis persepsi siswa terhadap kurikulum 2013 dalam Pembelajaran dan Pengajaran Bahasa Inggris ditinjau dari proses pembelajaran dan penunjang pembelajaran dijawab dengan angket. Proses pembelajaran menunjukkan hasil sebagai berikut: pengetahuan-persepsi (81%), eksplorasi (84%), konsolidasi pembelajaran (81%), pembentukan sikap dan perilaku (84%), penilaian formatif (81%) dan dukungan pembelajaran sebagai berikut: kualitas guru (97%), kualitas siswa (90%) kualitas fasilitas (68%). Dapat disimpulkan bahwa persepsi siswa terhadap kurikulum 2013 adalah positif dengan persentase sangat setuju atau sangat sesuai antara 76% -100%. Kata Kunci: Kurikulum 2013; Persepsi Siswa; Pengajaran Bahasa Inggris (ELT); Penelitian kualitatif 

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