Understanding collaborative language learning in novice-level foreign language classrooms: perceptions of teachers and students

This study explored the congruence and disparities among three groups of foreign language (Chinese, French, and German) students’ and teachers’ perceptions of collaborative/cooperative language learning (CLL) strategies in novice-level classroom contexts. A total of 168 participants from a university in the USA took part in this mixed-method study. The quantitative findings from a 10-item CLL questionnaire suggested that while the students’ and teachers’ perceptions of CLL strategies were generally consistent and positive, some disparities emerged in terms of their perceptions towards pair work, 3–6 as a group work, interview, and role playing. The qualitative findings from interviews and classroom observations provided some possible explanations to the differences discovered. The quantitative findings also revealed that foreign language type was not a factor differentiating students’ and teachers’ perceptions of CLL strategies. Some practical implications are provided for the effective implementation of CLL strategies in novice-level foreign language classrooms.     

Embodied learning and teaching approaches in language education: A mixed studies review

The notion of embodied learning has gained ground in educational sciences over the last decade and has made its way to language education with researchers acknowledging language learning as an embodied process. This mixed studies review aggregates and reviews empirical research, published from 1990 to 2020, using embodied learning approaches in language education. The review focuses on embodied approaches in learning and teaching first, second, and foreign languages at various educational levels. It encompasses 41 empirical studies with a majority published between 2019 and 2020, suggesting that the research area is growing rapidly. The results show that the studies align with two strands: (1) embodied learning through orchestrating embodied language learning and teaching, and (2) embodied learning in naturally occurring language learning interactions. The review identifies various embodied learning activities and presents how they contribute to language learning and teaching in different ways. The review proposes an understanding of embodied language learning that holds potentials to engage learners holistically, while simultaneously promoting language learning skills and adding emotional and motivational benefits to language learning.     

Master and student in French higher education: Academic language and pedagogical distance

Academic Discourse is a contemporary study of the language of teaching in the Arts faculties of France in the mid-1960s. It was originally published asRapport pédagogique et communication (1965). Carried out during a time of mounting tension, it captures the breakdown in the social assumptions governing teaching practice in French universities. This empirical study of how students use academic language in their essays and exams brings out the implicit cultural expectations underlying scholastic success and the social functions served by the traditional pedagogical regime of the French university.     

MCAI课件在教学中的误区

目前,MCAI课件因其自身特点被广泛应用于教学当中,在一定程度上提高了教学效率和效果,但同时也出现了一些问题。针对MCAI课件的特点进行了说明,重点分析了MCAI课件在使用和设计方面存在的误区,并提出了一些建议。     

Tutoring an American autistic college student in Japanese and its challenges

This article discusses the relationship between autism and teaching a foreign language (TFL) and explores how specific teaching styles may strengthen learners' motivation. Autism is simply considered to be a social disorder of development. Autistic people are often seen as having difficulty in learning a language other than their first language. This assumption has prevented autistic people as well as those who have difficulties with mental and physical development from accessing opportunities to learn a foreign language. Therefore, this article focuses on teaching Japanese to an autistic American university student in the United States. The purpose of the article is to examine how autistic learners are motivated in reaction to specific teaching styles. Based on my tutoring experiences with an autistic American university student and an interview with the student's mother, this study explores an effective method of TFL to autistic learners.     

Tutor and student perceptions of what makes an effective distance language teacher

This collaborative research project sought to determine the attributes, skills and expertise/knowledge needed by distance language teachers. The first phase of the project explored tutor perspectives using discussion groups, questionnaires, interviews and a yoked-subject technique. Statements and categories of expertise were identified, elaborated on and refined to produce a taxonomy of teaching expertise. The second phase explored how distance language students viewed the domains of teaching expertise put forward by tutors, and attempted to identify any gaps, differences and points of convergence. Tutor and student views were generally aligned, but differed in emphasis. Issues related to articulation of non-verbal communication, differentiation and empathy with the learner were highlighted. This article argues for the value of enquiring into student and tutor perspectives on teaching expertise, and concludes with implications for linking research and practice and for teacher professional development.     

性别因素在语言及其使用中的体现

本文一方面具体分析英、汉语言中存在的性别差异,包括称谓用语和两性描述性词汇的差异以及与两性有关的词汇在排列次序上的差别;另一方面深入剖析男女两性使用语言时表现出来的不同特点,包括二者在发音、选词和对话中的差别,较全面地阐明语言的性别差异,为更好的促进人与人之间尤其是男女间的交流和理解奠定理论基础。     

多媒体在高职阿拉伯语教学中的应用

随着电子工业的快速发展,网络技术的飞速进步,越来越多的多媒体技术走进高校课堂,为原本枯燥、难懂的课程增添乐趣,在激发学生学习兴趣的同时,促进教师多样化、创新型教学方式的改革。本文旨在通过分析多媒体在高职阿拉伯语教学中的优势,探究多媒体促进课堂教学的应用模式,更好地提高高职阿拉伯语课堂教学。     

多媒体课件在高校德育教学中的有效运用

针对高校德育教学惯用灌输的教学方法进行德育教学,作为认知主体的学生在德育过程中自始至终处于被动的地位和状态,往往是事倍功半的德育效果,为此,在建构主义学习的理论基础上,改变教学方法和手段,运用多媒体课件进行德育教学,充分结合和运用多媒体课件的特性,精心创设教学情境,使学生主动吸收德育内容,德育目标达到有效的实践。     

Problem-based learning: student perceptions of its value in developing professional skills for engineering practice

ABSTRACT

This study explores students’ perceptions of the effectiveness of a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) design project, taken as part of a first-year engineering module, in developing professional skills needed for engineering practice. Students completed surveys before and after the PBL group project, and produced personal reflections on the process. The closed survey questions were analysed quantitatively and the main themes from the reflections outlined using General Inductive Analysis. Students rated themselves as having improved across a range of professional skills as a result of the project, with particular emphasis on teamwork, communication skills, understanding of the design process and self-directed learning. In addition, they highlighted improved confidence, as well as new friendships they developed, an important element of a module like this as they transition from secondary to higher education. They were particularly positive about the scaffolded approach taken within the PBL project in terms of its contribution to their learning.     

浅析汉语对日语语言文化的影响及其对比意义

我国有着非常悠久的历史文化,随着各国之间的文化交流日益密切,汉文化对一些国家文化的发展产生了一定的影响。我国很早就实现了与很多国家之间的文化传播和交流,也使得这些国家的语言文化愈加精彩,而中国对日本文化的影响是极为深远的。发展至今,日语语言文化中可以非常明显的找到汉语的主要特点。近年来,许多专家和学者针对汉语的语言文化进行了深入的研究,同时也取得了一定的成果。本文就针对汉语对日语语言文化的影响和对比意义进行一定的分析,简单的说明中日的文化交流。     

论日本语言文化的表达特征

日本语言文化由于其自身独特的民族性格与地理风貌而具有一定的特殊性。我们在学习日本语言的时候,必须充分了解到日语的文化特征,尤其是要理解日语的社会文化背景,让学生把日本语言与日本文化学习有机结合在一起,从而更好的把握日本语文文化的表达特征,即暧昧性,最终真正提高学生学习日语的效率与效果,并提高他们的日语语言运用能力。     

The literature landscape of blended learning in higher education: the need for better understanding of academic blended practice

If we are to realise the potential of blended learning in higher education, then further research into academic practice and relevant academic development is essential. Our review of literature on blended learning in higher education reveals an interesting scholarship landscape which, when described in detail, pointedly directs attention to the lack of literature seeking to understand academics’ current blended practices. We argue that this is problematic in terms of formulating the required professional development and support. In essence, this paper uncovers the need for further research into understanding not only why academics may choose to engage in blended learning, but also, once engaged, why some choose to integrate technology to create transformative blends while others choose minimally impacting blends. This paper may interest those supporting academics in developing blended learning. It provides a guiding resource both for researchers investigating blended practices and those embarking on blended learning implementations.     

语言磨蚀理论下的日语教学与英语二外教学

语言磨蚀是语言习得的镜像,即语言习得的逆向过程,是双语或多语使用者由于某种语言使用的减少或停止将会导致其语言能力的丧失、磨蚀、僵化和退化。通过对语言磨蚀理论的研究和我国日语专业学生对于日语和英语双语的学习现状的分析,笔者提出了从教学人员、语言学习者和教学单位等角度提出了切实可行的抵抗语言磨蚀的策略。     

基于R语言回归分析的教育统计应用研究

R语言应用广泛,但在教育统计中运用不多。本文以回归分析为主要内容,探讨R语言在教育统计中的应用。本文主要论述了回归分析的分类以及线性模型、广义线性模型、非线性回归的具体应用,提出了仍需解决的问题,并以此推广R语言在教育教学研究中的应用。     

合作学习法:一种提高学生口语表达能力的有效方法

语言焦虑情感会对学生口语表达产生负面影响。本文通过对学生口语表达时产生焦虑情感的归因分析,阐述了运用合作学习法的优势,从而有效地降低学生口语表达时所产生的焦虑情感,提高学生的口语表达能力。     

Dyad pedagogy in practical anatomy: A description of the implementation and student perceptions of an adaptive approach to cadaveric teaching

Prior to the challenges imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, anatomy practical sessions at Trinity College Dublin involved eight to 10 students per donor station, rotating between digital learning, anatomical models/osteology, and dissection activities for three hours weekly. To maintain cadaveric participation in the anatomy laboratory while adhering to distancing guidelines, a transition to dyad pedagogy was implemented. This mode of delivery allowed two students per donor station to spend one hour per week in the anatomy laboratory with all digital learning elements transferred to the virtual learning platform Blackboard as pre- and post-practical session learning activities. Dyad pedagogy has been explored in clinical settings and simulation procedural-based training but is yet to be fully verified in anatomy education. To determine the effectiveness of hybrid practical sessions and reduced donor to student ratios, the opinions of first year medical students were examined using an online questionnaire with a 51% response rate. Although students recognized the merits of more time in the anatomy laboratory, including opportunities for self-directed study and exposure to anatomical variation, they felt that having two students per station enabled sufficient hands-on time with the donor body and fostered learning opportunities that would not be possible with larger groups. Strong preferences for quality time with the donor body supported by online resources suggests this modality should be a key consideration in course design for anatomy curricula and emphasizes the importance of gauging students' preferences to optimize satisfaction and learning output when pivoting to blended learning strategies in anatomy education.     

高校外语教育可持续发展的内涵与途径研究

可持续发展理论对高等教育的稳步发展具有重要指导和借鉴作用。本文在可持续发展理论基础上,分析了高校外语教育可持续发展的理论内涵,探讨了实现我国高校外语教育可持续发展的具体途径,认为高校外语教育坚持走可持续发展之路刻不容缓。     

The role of foreign language programmes in internationalising learning and teaching in higher education

This article proposes that foreign language programmes have a central role to play in the internationalisation of learning and teaching in the university. Looking at institution-wide programmes in the UK, it cites two main reasons for this claim: University language programmes teach multilingual and multicultural groups in which students from a range of disciplines may trial the skills required of international graduates. Furthermore, language programmes employ student-centred forms of learning in response to the heterogeneity of their student body. Their composition and innovative pedagogies, it is argued, suggest the university-wide foreign language programme as a central discipline of internationalisation which develops good practice to be rolled out across the university. The article describes the learning opportunities international language classrooms offer and presents an overview of the pedagogies employed in institution-wide language programmes.     

套话及其对外语教学的启示

阐述了套话具备最省力性,纵聚合的复杂性和横组合的简单性以及情景依赖性等特征。套话在语言学习过程中与学习者的个人情感因素、语法规则系统、语用语言能力之间具有密不可分的关系。