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On the quantified determiner phrase and quantifier float in Modern Standard Arabic
This article provides a minimalist account to the morpho-syntax of the quantified D(eterminer) P(hrase) and quantifier float in Modern Standard Arabic. Having surveyed previous accounts, it proves that the prenominal structure is unmarked from which the ...
Khalid Lahbibi, Mohamed Yeou
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Visual methods in Applied Language Studies [PDF]
Abstract This introductory article serves two purposes. Firstly, it provides the background for the set of 11 articles that appear in the special issue of this journal and summarizes the articles along a number of dimensions. All the articles address aspects of multilingualism as subjectively experienced and they all make use of visual ...
Pitkänen-Huhta Anne, Kalaja Paula
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Methodological turns in applied language studies
The theme of the AFinLA 2020 Yearbook Methodological turns in applied language studies is discussed in this introductory article from three interrelated perspectives, variously addressed in the three plenary presentations at the AFinLA Autumn Symposium 2019 as well as in the thirteen contributions to the yearbook.
Oloff Florence +5 more
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The present study investigated cross-language influences in the processing of binomial expressions (knife and fork), from a first language (L1) to a second language (L2) and from L2 to L1.
Lingli Du +4 more
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Hedging with modal auxiliary verbs in scientific discourse and women’s language
This Critical Discourse Analysis examines hedging as a linguistic device at the intersection of scientific discourse and women’s language. Hedging has been identified as a marker of scientific discourse where it is valued for expanding dialogic space for
Schmauss Lindsay Susannah, Kilian Kelly
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A linguistic analysis of spelling errors in Grade 3 isiXhosa home-language learners
Background: Spelling is a vital component of literacy. This is because spelling includes multiple metalinguistic components, such as phoneme-grapheme awareness, orthographic awareness and morphophonemic knowledge.
Mikaela A. Daries, Tracy N. Probert
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Promoting teacher–learner autonomy through and beyond initial language teacher education [PDF]
With the growing international market for pre-experience MA in ELT/TESOL programmes, a key curriculum design issue is how to help students develop as learners of teaching through and beyond their formal academic studies. We report here on our attempts at
Brown, Peter J. +3 more
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The development of locally developed English language teaching (ELT) materials is believed to be conducive to meeting the requirements of local language education policies and practices, and to enhance learners’ agency.
Shiping Deng, Xuemei Wang
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Irritating CAT Tool Features that Matter to Translators
CAT tools have become a fixture of professional translation over the last two decades yet are still treated with suspicion or disinterest by many freelancers.
Sharon O'Brien +3 more
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University entrance language tests : a matter of justice [PDF]
University entrance language tests are often administered under the assumption that even if language proficiency does not determine academic success, a certain proficiency level is still required.
Deygers, Bart +2 more
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