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>

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.

scholarly journals ENGAGING STUDENTS IN A FLIPPED CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION: JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL GRAMMAR PROGRAM

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Elih Sutisna Yanto ◽  
Ghyarlina Triyani ◽  
Hikmah Pravitasari
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Flipped Classroom ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Photo Elicitation ◽  
Teaching Innovation ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
English Grammar

The importance of grammar pedagogy in learning and teaching of foreign language has been the focus of discussion for many years which has resulted in a variety of views on grammar and grammar teaching and different teaching approach as well depend on  various perspectives and contexts of language learning. The present study reports students’ perception on flipped classroom mode in learning English grammar. Drawing on classroom action research through reflective journal, photo elicitation and interviews data. Qualitative findings show that:  All of the students enjoyed watching the video materials and had an interest in using them for learning grammar; (2) the use of the flipped classroom mode in learning grammar made students’ independent and active in learning grammar; (3) flipped classroom engaged them in learning grammar in different discourse contexts; (4) flipped classroom mode motivated students in learning grammar. The findings of this study may  be useful to other researchers who are interested in EFL teaching innovation or teachers who seek effective grammar teaching method.

scholarly journals Grammatical mistakes of Albanian students in learning English as a foreign language

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (S3) ◽  
pp. 814-822
Author(s):  
Isa Spahiu ◽  
Naim Kryeziu
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mother Tongue ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
English Grammar ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
The Right ◽  
Learning English

Making mistakes is an unavoidable element of learning and teaching a foreign language. Because there are virtually always exceptions to the "rules," English can be tough to master. This study focuses on the most prevalent grammatical errors made by Albanian students during the EFL (English as a foreign language) learning process, as well as the sources of these errors, in order to consider them while teaching English grammar. The purpose of this study is to find out to what extent Albanian EFL students to be successful in the use of prepositions, and how much impact their mother tongue has on their errors. Being aware of such mistakes in teaching and learning English grammar for communicative purpose may help the teacher in choosing the right teaching option that would pose fewer difficulties and problems to their learners and therefore, enhance students learning of English grammar. In this study, the terms error and mistake are used interchangeably to refer to the generation of incorrect forms in learners' linguistic output. It has been highlighted that the effect of the learners' native language is responsible for many of the errors. 

scholarly journals The Application of Task-based Approach in English Grammar Teaching in Junior High Schools

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 304
Author(s):  
Simin Wang
Keyword(s):  
High Schools ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Junior High ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Junior High Schools ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
English Grammar ◽  
International Contact

With the increasing of frequent international contact, people pay close attention to the cultivation of communicative competence in foreign language learning. Grammar course deserves a primary status on the curricula for English teaching reform. In order to improve students’ grammar skills, the National New English Curriculum Syllabus advocates that Task-Based Language Approach should be adopted in English classroom, which has become popular since the mid-1980 in grammar teaching. When compared with traditional teaching method, TBLA could effectively settle the existing problems in grammar teaching. Therefore, this paper is to confirm that the application of Task-based Approach has a great impact on English language teaching and learning. Based on the theory of tasked-based approach, the paper summarizes the design principles of teaching tasks, teaching process and contexts. In the end, it encourages teachers to apply Task-based approach into English grammar teaching in junior high schools.

scholarly journals Problemy pomiaru wiedzy językowej

Neofilolog ◽  
2010 ◽  
pp. 9-22
Author(s):  
Mirosław Pawlak
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Precise Measurement ◽  
Procedural Knowledge ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Linguistic Knowledge ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Attentional Resources ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Teaching Grammar

A key issue in research projects exploring the effectiveness of foreign language learning and teaching is precise measurement of learners’ knowledge of the targeted structure before and after the pedagogic intervention with an eye to determining the value of specific instructional options. Such measurement, however, poses a considerable challenge because traditional tests focusing on grammar or lexis only provide information about explicit, declarative knowledge, which is conscious and can primarily be applied in situations in which learners have sufficient time to plan their responses. For this reason, it is also necessary to measure implicit, procedural knowledge which is subconscious and automatic, thus enabling successful participation in spontaneous communication where limited attentional resources have to be employed in understanding and conveying messages in real time. The aim of this paper is to characterize the two types of linguistic knowledge, present the tools that can be employed in their measurement, and demonstrate how instruments of this kind can be successfully utilized in empirical investigations aiming to verify the effectiveness of techniques and procedures in teaching grammar.

scholarly journals Teaching Grammar: Professional Needs of Saudi EFL Instructors

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 14
Author(s):  
Anas Almuhammadi
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Grammar Instruction ◽  
Grammar Teaching ◽  
English Grammar ◽  
Professional Needs ◽  
Efl Teachers ◽  
Teaching Grammar

Grammar teaching has been a long tradition in EFL instruction in various parts of the world and Saudi Arabia is no exception to this. However, various approaches to teaching grammar have emerged over a period of time. For this, professional development (PD) programs are designed to meet the EFL teachers&rsquo; needs by enabling them to use a range of approaches and techniques. To do this successfully, professional needs analysis of teachers is essential. The present study investigates the beliefs of teachers regarding the use of various teaching approaches for grammar teaching and their need for professional development (PD). Questionnaire survey was conducted among 50 randomly chosen EFL teachers at a public sector university. The results showed that EFL teachers deem grammar as a foundational framework for teaching English as a foreign language. Furthermore, grammar is thought to be a major factor in developing accuracy and correct use of EFL. Moreover, the teachers have the theoretical knowledge of various grammar teaching methods using TBL, PBL and CLT. However, they need to develop practical skills for grammar instruction. Thus, the study recommends that the universities in Saudi Arabia need to arrange regular PD programs so that the EFL teachers with modern methods to teach English grammar successfully.

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