Language learning : new research

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    • Avery, Jennifer S.
    • Stewart, Matthew H.

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Language learning : new research

Jennifer S. Avery and Matthew H. Stewart, editors

(Languages and linguistics series)(Education in a competitive and globalizing world series)

Nova Science Publishers, c2012

  • : hardcover

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

In an increasingly global and mobile society, language learning has become critical. The authors of this book present new research in the study of language learning, including CALL technology for literacy and second language learning; the effect of biliteracy instruction on English reading achievement in bilingual South African children; vocabulary knowledge and reading ability in second language learning; multilingual learning; language learning through SMS and podcasts and the linguistic specialisations of perceptual narrowing of speech and functional asymmetries.

Table of Contents

  • Preface
  • Speech Tools & CALL for Literacy Tutoring
  • Literacy Acquisition & Bilingualism: The Effect of Biliteracy Instruction on English Reading Achievement in Bilingual South African Children
  • Breadth & Depth of Vocabulary Knowledge in Second Language Reading
  • Multilingual Learning: A Comparative Study of Students Learning FLs in Greek Primary & Secondary Education
  • The ARCS Model to Motivate Language Learning through SMS & Podcasts
  • The Impact of the Perceptions of the Language Demands of Essay & Multiple-Choice Questions in Examinations on the Learning Strategies of Chinese Students
  • Two Cases of Linguistic Specialization: Perceptual Narrowing & Functional Asymmetries
  • Concordance between Intercultural & Critical Education within the Realms of Literacy Education
  • Eye Fixations for Reading in a Second Language
  • Conceptualizing Ways to Initiate Systemic Change that Enhance Language Learning Opportunities in Schools
  • Languages Learning Strategies & the Vocabulary Size
  • Modeling & Diffusion of Learning: Novelties, Problems & Solutions
  • Index.

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