Papers by Aleidine Moeller
T his article investigates how target language use can be optimized in the language classroom to ... more T his article investigates how target language use can be optimized in the language classroom to enhance language development. Principles and guidelines for integration of the target language are extracted from empirical evidence and best practices demonstrated by teachers who maximize target language. Classroom tested strategies and examples are described and illustrated.
The Modern Language Journal, May 24, 2013
To want to teach a cultural language as a second language, without teaching its literature, is a ... more To want to teach a cultural language as a second language, without teaching its literature, is a form of barbarism. (Weinrich 1983, p. 11)2
Foreign Language Annals, Dec 1, 1994
Numerous middle school reports acknowledge foreign languages US an important part o f middle scho... more Numerous middle school reports acknowledge foreign languages US an important part o f middle school curriculum, yet all too often, the foreign language teachers are on the periphery of decision making and curriculum planning activities. A thorough analysis o f the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)-An Agenda for Excellence at the Middle Level reveals a significant overlap in instructional and curricular goals with Krashen 's and Omaggio-Hadley s tenets o f effective language learning and teaching. A detailed comparison o f the NASSP document and the literature on content-based foreign language instruction reveals significant similarities in the curricular and instructional goals endorsed for middle level learners. Content-based foreign language instruction best accommodates the goals o f interdisciplinary teams, hands-on, active and involved learning, student-centered in nature that is embraced by middle level educators.
Educational linguistics, Dec 31, 2022
In this chapter, we showcase a field trip project developed and tested in a two-week Chinese imme... more In this chapter, we showcase a field trip project developed and tested in a two-week Chinese immersion summer program to demonstrate how using the theoretical framework of social constructivism in combination with linguistic landscape (LL) offers novice language learners the opportunity to explore the Chinese language and culture in an authentic context. This project was designed to motivate and engage learners actively in acquiring language skills and cultural knowledge and understanding. We examine pedagogical approaches and potential benefits of using technology and LL as pedagogical resources in language education to promote learner engagement in the target language and culture in a community based context.
Multilingual Matters eBooks, Dec 31, 2022
International Journal of Educational Research, 1995
Foreign Language Annals, Nov 1, 2014
This article analyzes and synthesizes the major theoretical frameworks for building intercultural... more This article analyzes and synthesizes the major theoretical frameworks for building intercultural communicative competency (ICC) within the domain of the foreign language classroom. Researchers used a pragmatist orientation as a venue for the translation of theoretical models into usable, accessible guidelines for classroom teachers in order to provide a deeper understanding and clarity of ICC and its implementation in the language classroom.
한국외국어교육학회 학술대회 자료집, Oct 30, 2018
The Modern Language Journal, Feb 14, 2014
The Modern Language Journal, Dec 1, 2012
Teachers Associations (NFMLTA), the editorial board of The Modern Language Journal, and the langu... more Teachers Associations (NFMLTA), the editorial board of The Modern Language Journal, and the language research community, I want to express our deepest appreciation and gratitude for the admirable stewardship Leo van Lier has provided as editor of The Modern Language Journal for the last 5 years. His remarkable outreach efforts to researchers and scholars worldwide through workshops and seminars on scholarly writing for potential authors have vastly increased the visibility of The Modern Language Journal and propelled its reputation to one of the most respected scholarly journals globally. Leo has worked tirelessly to reach out to underrepresented countries to initiate, build, and support the research agendas of emerging scholars and to assist in developing local, national, and international venues for their work. During Professor van Lier's tenure as editor the MLJ grew tremendously in availability, access, quality, and visibility. The availability of The Modern Language Journal increased to 3,908 institutions worldwide and even more impressive, via philanthropic initiatives, access was expanded to 7,198 institutions in the developing world. Digital access to all back issues of the MLJ was made available through the Wiley Online Library, thus garnering
Foreign Language Annals, Sep 1, 2012
Within foreign language classrooms, one intervention gaining recognition is LinguaFolio, a portfo... more Within foreign language classrooms, one intervention gaining recognition is LinguaFolio, a portfolio-based formative assessment designed to increase self-regulated learning. The question emerges whether such an intervention impacts student motivation, learning, and achievement. Researchers conducted a classroom-based, quasi-experimental, one-semester quantitative study with first-year French and Spanish classes at a Midwestern university. Students (N =168) completed a pre-and post-questionnaire. Accuracy in self-assessment was investigated by comparing data from LinguaFolio to student performance on unit tests. The impact of instructor beliefs on LinguaFolio use was analyzed via questionnaires. The results indicate that LinguaFolio use is linked to increased student intrinsic motivation, increased task-value, and more accurate self-assessment of learning. This study supports LinguaFolio as an effective approach to increase self-regulated learning in students.
Contents: A study of the development of the female figure in Boell's fiction. An analysis of ... more Contents: A study of the development of the female figure in Boell's fiction. An analysis of biblical and religious parallels associated with women in Boell's fiction.The focus on the numerous parallels that exist between Catharism and Boell's later works.
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Papers by Aleidine Moeller