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Enhancing General and Academic L2 Writing Complexity Through Dialogue Journal Writing: The Role of Learners' Motivational Beliefs

open access: yesTESOL Quarterly, EarlyView.
Abstract Writing is crucial in tertiary education, yet enhancing the complexity of academic writing presents significant challenges for second language (L2) learners. This study explores the potential of dialogue journal writing (DJW), an interactive and low‐stress classroom activity, to enhance writing complexity among novice L2 writers.
Barry Lee Reynolds   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Optimizing the Effectiveness of Captioned Viewing for Incidental Second Language Vocabulary Learning: The Effects of Repeated Viewing and Reading Fluency

open access: yesTESOL Quarterly, EarlyView.
Abstract This study examined the effects of repeated viewing and reading fluency on incidental second language vocabulary acquisition through captioned video exposure. A total of 149 Japanese EFL learners watched a short animation with or without captions, varying in the number of repetitions (once, twice, or three times).
Satsuki Kurokawa, Takumi Uchihara
wiley   +1 more source

Feasibility Analysis of Radioisotope 63Ni Produced in China Experimental Fast Reactor

open access: yesJournal of Isotopes
Based on the principle of 62Ni (n,γ) 63Ni preparing radioactive isotope 63Ni,using the China Experimental Fast Reactor (CEFR) as an irradiation platform and design a high enrichment 62Ni target. Using MCNP and SCALE6.1 calculation codes,study and analyze
Jiecheng ZHAO   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Cumulative Testing for Learning Spoken Vocabulary

open access: yesTESOL Quarterly, EarlyView.
Abstract Cumulative testing is known to improve vocabulary learning by integrating both new and previously introduced words in weekly quizzes. While evidence for its benefits is promising, prior research has primarily focused on the written mode of vocabulary, with target words studied, practiced, and tested in the visual mode only.
Ryo Maie, Takumi Uchihara
wiley   +1 more source

CEFR-Based Arabic Language Learning Competency

open access: yesIzdihar, 2021
Learning Arabic language at CEFR does not only focus on the principles of Nahwu as science or practice, but also there are other competencies that must be included in its learning.
Talqis Nurdianto   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Proctoring in a Second Language: Exploring Fairness and Justice in Remote English Language Testing

open access: yesTESOL Quarterly, EarlyView.
Abstract Remote proctoring is increasingly common in English language testing (Isbell & Kremmel, 2020), yet it often requires communication in the target language, unlike in‐person centers that may offer support in test‐takers' first language. Although prior studies have noted communication challenges in remote testing environments (Green & Lung, 2021;
Jieun Kim
wiley   +1 more source

The enactment of the Malaysian common European framework of reference (CEFR): National master trainer’s reflection

open access: yesIndonesian Journal of Applied Linguistics, 2018
As Malaysia sets out to realise their plan of the English Language Education Reform, the adaptation and implementation of Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) is an obvious choice; however, creating a high-calibre teaching workforce to carry it ...
Abdul Hakim Ali Abdul Aziz   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Common European Framework of Reference and the Co-Constructed Language Curriculum

open access: yesAustralian and New Zealand Journal of European Studies, 2021
For the last two decades, the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) has been instrumental in the globalisation of language policy not only across Europe but also around the world.
Marie-Therese Barbaux
doaj   +1 more source

EMBEDding the CEFR in academic writing assessment

open access: yesDutch Journal of Applied Linguistics, 2013
The CEFR is increasingly being used as the framework of choice for the assessment of language proficiency at universities across Europe. However, to attain consistent assessment, familiarization and standardization are essential. In this paper we report a case study of embedding a standardization procedure in writing assessment activities at the ...
Haines, Kevin   +3 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Modeling the Paths from L2 Use and Socio‐Affective Variables to Communication Skills: A Mixed‐Methods Approach

open access: yesTESOL Quarterly, EarlyView.
Abstract Previous research demonstrated that communication anxiety reduces L2 learners' willingness to communicate and communication frequency, but left unexplored its impact on performance. The current mixed‐methods study investigated factors impacting L2 communication skills.
Debra M. Hardison
wiley   +1 more source

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