This is a draft version (not a definitive version) of a paper which later was revised and then pu... more This is a draft version (not a definitive version) of a paper which later was revised and then published in Fictions: Studi sulla narratività XV. Special Issue: Stories For Learning: Storytelling And Didactics.
In this paper, a case study describes the lexis, phonology, grammar, and syntax of a speaker of S... more In this paper, a case study describes the lexis, phonology, grammar, and syntax of a speaker of South African English (SAE) and shows how these elements differ from those of a General American English (GAE) speaker. The subject was a 32-year-old female speaker of SAE, and that although she is a bilingual speaker of English and Afrikaans, English was her first language. The paper outlines the research methodology and indicates results. It then discusses the historical, social, and linguistic factors that have contributed to these language variation differences. It ends with some suggestions for learners trying to cope with other varieties of English-an important point since most pedagogical materials prepare learners to comprehend standard varieties of English yet do little to help learners understand the majority of the world's speakers of English. An appendix gives the transcription notation and transcripts for 6 episodes. (Contains 4 tables of data and 16 references.) (NKA) Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document.
Advances in intelligent systems and computing, 2019
Research on pedagogical and didactic advancements in the context of new mobile technologies is cu... more Research on pedagogical and didactic advancements in the context of new mobile technologies is currently gaining importance. This paper presents a novel pedagogical framework, in which augmented interactions with the surrounding environment provide the students an enhanced learning experience through the gadgets they own. Our pedagogical model employs QR codes that are easily accessible through smartphone apps and stimulates the efficient development of essential communication skills. Hence, students can use their own devices to interact with the educational content, share information, and help each other while working collaboratively on different assignments. More specifically, we introduce and explore a new BYOD-based T-TEL setup that supports the creation and management of storytelling activities and fosters the development of communication skills through m-CSCL. This approach could be extended to environments specifically crafted for individuals with special needs.
This study explores the use of the "Picture Frustration Test" (Rosenzweig, 1978a,b) which is a ps... more This study explores the use of the "Picture Frustration Test" (Rosenzweig, 1978a,b) which is a psychological test to measure aggression to elicit complaints by Japanese students in both Japanese and English. A significant number of subjects responded to stress or frustration using the same direction of aggression in both languages but the type of aggression was different. In LI it was extrapeditive, which is similar to Olshtain and Weinbach's (1993) expression of annoyance or disapproval, severity level 1. However, in L2 it was extrapersistive, which is similar to Oishtain and Weinbach's accusation and warning, level 4 or 5. In the case of one situation, there was an effect for order of language.
Popular films can be used successfully in a wide range of language, content, and culture classes.... more Popular films can be used successfully in a wide range of language, content, and culture classes. Creating support materials in order to use a movie in such a class is an enormous task, but with careful planning it can be broken into four manageable components: contemplation, selection, segmentation, and construction. This brief paper provides a step-by-step guide to selecting, securing, showing, and developing a productive lesson plan based on a popular film. Copyright issues are explained. One table and three references are included. An appendix-Developers' Checklist-is also attached. (Author/KFT) Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document.
This paper is the first of a multi-part series that will report on how literary texts are being i... more This paper is the first of a multi-part series that will report on how literary texts are being integrated successfully into English language teaching in Europe and what insights the European experience can offer to language professionals in Japan.
This is a draft version (not a definitive version) of a paper which later was revised and then pu... more This is a draft version (not a definitive version) of a paper which later was revised and then published in Fictions: Studi sulla narratività XV. Special Issue: Stories For Learning: Storytelling And Didactics.
In this paper, a case study describes the lexis, phonology, grammar, and syntax of a speaker of S... more In this paper, a case study describes the lexis, phonology, grammar, and syntax of a speaker of South African English (SAE) and shows how these elements differ from those of a General American English (GAE) speaker. The subject was a 32-year-old female speaker of SAE, and that although she is a bilingual speaker of English and Afrikaans, English was her first language. The paper outlines the research methodology and indicates results. It then discusses the historical, social, and linguistic factors that have contributed to these language variation differences. It ends with some suggestions for learners trying to cope with other varieties of English-an important point since most pedagogical materials prepare learners to comprehend standard varieties of English yet do little to help learners understand the majority of the world's speakers of English. An appendix gives the transcription notation and transcripts for 6 episodes. (Contains 4 tables of data and 16 references.) (NKA) Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document.
Advances in intelligent systems and computing, 2019
Research on pedagogical and didactic advancements in the context of new mobile technologies is cu... more Research on pedagogical and didactic advancements in the context of new mobile technologies is currently gaining importance. This paper presents a novel pedagogical framework, in which augmented interactions with the surrounding environment provide the students an enhanced learning experience through the gadgets they own. Our pedagogical model employs QR codes that are easily accessible through smartphone apps and stimulates the efficient development of essential communication skills. Hence, students can use their own devices to interact with the educational content, share information, and help each other while working collaboratively on different assignments. More specifically, we introduce and explore a new BYOD-based T-TEL setup that supports the creation and management of storytelling activities and fosters the development of communication skills through m-CSCL. This approach could be extended to environments specifically crafted for individuals with special needs.
This study explores the use of the "Picture Frustration Test" (Rosenzweig, 1978a,b) which is a ps... more This study explores the use of the "Picture Frustration Test" (Rosenzweig, 1978a,b) which is a psychological test to measure aggression to elicit complaints by Japanese students in both Japanese and English. A significant number of subjects responded to stress or frustration using the same direction of aggression in both languages but the type of aggression was different. In LI it was extrapeditive, which is similar to Olshtain and Weinbach's (1993) expression of annoyance or disapproval, severity level 1. However, in L2 it was extrapersistive, which is similar to Oishtain and Weinbach's accusation and warning, level 4 or 5. In the case of one situation, there was an effect for order of language.
Popular films can be used successfully in a wide range of language, content, and culture classes.... more Popular films can be used successfully in a wide range of language, content, and culture classes. Creating support materials in order to use a movie in such a class is an enormous task, but with careful planning it can be broken into four manageable components: contemplation, selection, segmentation, and construction. This brief paper provides a step-by-step guide to selecting, securing, showing, and developing a productive lesson plan based on a popular film. Copyright issues are explained. One table and three references are included. An appendix-Developers' Checklist-is also attached. (Author/KFT) Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document.
This paper is the first of a multi-part series that will report on how literary texts are being i... more This paper is the first of a multi-part series that will report on how literary texts are being integrated successfully into English language teaching in Europe and what insights the European experience can offer to language professionals in Japan.
This paper summarizes the symposium contributions as they were presented at the Asian Conference ... more This paper summarizes the symposium contributions as they were presented at the Asian Conference on Language Learning held in Kobe: (1) Lori Zenuk-Nishide, MUN and Opportunities in Japan; For 15 years, the author has used MUN an EMI curriculum with Japanese students and continued this as Conference Organizer for NMUN Japan in 2016. MUN and related opportunities in Japan will be provided along with research into the positive effects of participation on learner self-efficacy. (2) Sonoko Saito, Global Jinzai and the Value of Participating in MUN for Japanese Universities; This paper explains the benefits and challenges of MUN in the context of “Global Jinzai Education” for Japanese universities. Many skills developed in MUN match the factors suggested by “Council on Promotion of Human Resource for Globalization Development” to belong to “Global Jinzai,” or the workforce with a global mind. (3) Neil McClelland, Preparing Delegates for NMUN 2016 – A First-time Experience; The author describes his experiences supporting student-delegates through the various stages of preparing for the NMUN Conference in November 2016. By highlighting web-based resources that proved useful, the paper covers the process of researching and writing an effective Position Paper in advance of the Conference. (4) Donna Tatsuki, Flipped Classroom, CLIL and Model UN Simulations; The author offers a case study on how a cohort of 28 students (Japanese and non-Japanese L1s) from a consortium of Japan-based universities were prepared for the National Model United Nations during five intensive workshops held over a four-month period in a flipped classroom CLIL framework.
This is a draft version (not a definitive version) of a paper which later was revised and then p... more This is a draft version (not a definitive version) of a paper which later was revised and then published in Fictions: Studi sulla narratività XV. Special Issue: Stories For Learning: Storytelling And Didactics.
Textbooks exert a strong influence on
learning among school pupils, second
only to teachers, so i... more Textbooks exert a strong influence on learning among school pupils, second only to teachers, so it is reasonable to expect that textbook materials eschew biases or stereotypes and instead represent gender and gender roles in a fair and balanced manner. However, research indicates that textbooks around the world continue to exhibit patterns of systematic gender bias. Ethnicity intersects with gender and, when out of balance, can potentially promote racial, national and gender inequalities yet it is rare to find foreign language textbook analyses focusing on both gender and ethnicity as social, cultural and educational constructs. This type of research is of interest because textbooks can contribute to cultural prejudices and personal biases that learners may, unwittingly and unfortunately, absorb as a byproduct of study. This paper reports on an analysis of images and dialogues taken from four popular junior high school textbooks Abstract Abstract 04 from the intersectional perspectives of gender and ethnicity. Although recently published English textbooks have arguably made progress in their awareness of gender-based stereotypes and other biases, and materials writers seem to be taking more care about the representation of gender roles as compared to previous surveys, progress remains uneven. The results of this intersectional analysis reveal that despite earnest efforts, some gender- based stereotypes and other biases appear to persist in recently published teaching materials. Based on findings of the textbook analysis, guidelines for teachers, teacher trainers, materials writers and other stakeholders are offered. The findings of the research also led to the development of a separate reflection and evaluation tool (ACCESS) for teachers to support improved adaptation and supplementation of existing materials in areas of gender representation.
Model United Nations Simulations and English as a Lingua Franca, 2021
One of the most important 21st century skills is the ability to negotiate constructive resolution... more One of the most important 21st century skills is the ability to negotiate constructive resolutions in the face of conflicts of interest. Negotiation is a form of communication that requires more than just language ability. It requires being able to listen to, and communicate with, others within a milieu of diverse language abilities, academic, professional and cultural backgrounds in an increasingly global society. Added to this is the reality that the majority of English spoken globally is English as a Lingua Franca (ELF).
Model United Nations (MUN) simulations are uniquely positioned to help students develop their language ability and their global competencies, as well as being ideal opportunities for participants to experience ELF in an intensely communicative context. A common goal in MUN simulations is to prepare students to solve complex problems that are associated with living in a technological, competitive, and globally connected world. This volume provides researchers, negotiation practitioners, and language teachers with insights and best practices in MUN event and delegate preparation. Application of these best practices will significantly enrich the pedagogic environments designed for MUN delegates, especially in ELF contexts. ISBN (10): 1-5275-7353-2 ISBN (13): 978-1-5275-7353-6
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(1) Lori Zenuk-Nishide, MUN and Opportunities in Japan; For 15 years, the author has used MUN an EMI curriculum with Japanese students and continued this as Conference Organizer for NMUN Japan in 2016. MUN and related opportunities in Japan will be provided along with research into the positive effects of participation on learner self-efficacy.
(2) Sonoko Saito, Global Jinzai and the Value of Participating in MUN for Japanese Universities; This paper explains the benefits and challenges of MUN in the context of “Global Jinzai Education” for Japanese universities. Many skills developed in MUN match the factors suggested by “Council on Promotion of Human Resource for Globalization Development” to belong to “Global Jinzai,” or the workforce with a global mind.
(3) Neil McClelland, Preparing Delegates for NMUN 2016 – A First-time Experience; The author describes his experiences supporting student-delegates through the various stages of preparing for the NMUN Conference in November 2016. By highlighting web-based resources that proved useful, the paper covers the process of researching and writing an effective Position Paper in advance of the Conference.
(4) Donna Tatsuki, Flipped Classroom, CLIL and Model UN Simulations; The author offers a case study on how a cohort of 28 students (Japanese and non-Japanese L1s) from a consortium of Japan-based universities were prepared for the National Model United Nations during five intensive workshops held over a four-month period in a flipped classroom CLIL framework.
learning among school pupils, second
only to teachers, so it is reasonable to
expect that textbook materials eschew
biases or stereotypes and instead
represent gender and gender roles in a
fair and balanced manner. However,
research indicates that textbooks
around the world continue to exhibit
patterns of systematic gender bias.
Ethnicity intersects with gender and,
when out of balance, can potentially
promote racial, national and gender
inequalities yet it is rare to find foreign
language textbook analyses focusing
on both gender and ethnicity as social,
cultural and educational constructs.
This type of research is of interest
because textbooks can contribute to
cultural prejudices and personal biases
that learners may, unwittingly and
unfortunately, absorb as a byproduct
of study.
This paper reports on an analysis of
images and dialogues taken from four
popular junior high school textbooks
Abstract
Abstract 04
from the intersectional perspectives of
gender and ethnicity. Although recently
published English textbooks have
arguably made progress in their awareness
of gender-based stereotypes and
other biases, and materials writers
seem to be taking more care about the
representation of gender roles as
compared to previous surveys, progress
remains uneven. The results of this
intersectional analysis reveal that
despite earnest efforts, some gender-
based stereotypes and other
biases appear to persist in recently
published teaching materials. Based on
findings of the textbook analysis,
guidelines for teachers, teacher trainers,
materials writers and other stakeholders
are offered.
The findings of the research also led to
the development of a separate reflection
and evaluation tool (ACCESS) for
teachers to support improved adaptation
and supplementation of existing
materials in areas of gender representation.
Model United Nations (MUN) simulations are uniquely positioned to help students develop their language ability and their global competencies, as well as being ideal opportunities for participants to experience ELF in an intensely communicative context. A common goal in MUN simulations is to prepare students to solve complex problems that are associated with living in a technological, competitive, and globally connected world. This volume provides researchers, negotiation practitioners, and language teachers with insights and best practices in MUN event and delegate preparation. Application of these best practices will significantly enrich the pedagogic environments designed for MUN delegates, especially in ELF contexts.
ISBN (10): 1-5275-7353-2 ISBN (13): 978-1-5275-7353-6
ISBN-10: 1729650899 ISBN-13: 978-1729650899