Abstract This paper of mine discusses the manner in which the use of newsletters as a mode of alternative assessment enhances the acquisition of the LSRW skills of the English language. This form of innovative assessment was experimented with a class of heterogeneous learners at the tertiary level. The views of scholars towards ‘paper pencil… Continue reading ‘The Positive Impact of Innovative Testing Methodologies’ by D.Christina Sagaya Mary
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‘Empowering Youth with Soft Skills’ by B Shoba Rao
Abstract Soft skills include emotional/social/multiple intelligences and have come to be key skills for students at the tertiary level as many of them join jobs on completion of their degree. So it is mandatory to look at ways of making them master these skills with a wonderful learning experience. Soft skills is a compulsory subject… Continue reading ‘Empowering Youth with Soft Skills’ by B Shoba Rao
‘A Case Study of Children Learning English in Rural Based Community Schools’ by Bushra Pasha
Abstract This research proposal focuses on developing English Language skills for the underprivileged children living in the far flung rural areas of Sindh, Pakistan. It focuses on developing effective methodologies for English language teaching. It can fill in the gap where the rural learners lack the quality of language teaching imparted as compared to the… Continue reading ‘A Case Study of Children Learning English in Rural Based Community Schools’ by Bushra Pasha
‘Improving Speaking Skill through Communicative Language Teaching’ by K.Pungothai
ABSTRACT Learning a language is an amazing fact and language acquisition is one of the most impressive and fascinating aspects of human development. Second language acquisition theories emphasize the role of the environment, especially opportunities to interact with speakers who adapt their language and interaction patterns to meet learners’ needs. The ever-growing need for good… Continue reading ‘Improving Speaking Skill through Communicative Language Teaching’ by K.Pungothai
‘Teaching Speaking Skills to enhance effective Communication Skills’ by Heera G Rajwani
Abstract Communication is an essential ingredient of any system. It’s effective use can enhance our efficiency in any field of endeavor and improper use can lead to disastrous consequences. Effective communication, therefore, leads to more effective performance and provides information necessary for an enterprise to adjust to changing world. Communication is effective if each step… Continue reading ‘Teaching Speaking Skills to enhance effective Communication Skills’ by Heera G Rajwani
‘Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ by Dr. Anuradha Mishra
Abstract The topic of my research paper ‘Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ is one of the most modern and widely researched topic throughout the world in present times. This is one of main reasons which led me to choose this topic of research. Some of the other reasons for the selection of this topic … Continue reading ‘Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ by Dr. Anuradha Mishra
‘The Effect of Computer Assisted Instruction on Iranian High School Students’ Writing’ by Fatemeh Alipanahi
Abstract Currently, computer assisted language learning (CALL) is widely accepted to be a tool which can be used to facilitate the language learning process. This study aimed to investigate the effect of computer-assisted language learning on Iranian high school student writing achievement. The sample of the study consisted of sixty students distributed randomly on experimental… Continue reading ‘The Effect of Computer Assisted Instruction on Iranian High School Students’ Writing’ by Fatemeh Alipanahi
‘Teaching Spoken English at Tertiary Level: A Communicative Approach’ by D. Vasundhara
Author note This research work is carried on by me in the hope of answering many queries which posed a challenge in my service as a teacher. My students, specially in the rural areas where I served, always expressed their wish to speak in English and asked for solutions. The prescribed texts and curriculum could… Continue reading ‘Teaching Spoken English at Tertiary Level: A Communicative Approach’ by D. Vasundhara
‘Hypothesis Testing of Cochran’s Q Test and z- test on 10 most frequently mispronounced words of Mewari ESL Learners in Rajasthan’ by Asif Iqbal
Abstract Mispronunciation of English words is a common problem among second language learners and this paper highlights the common problems that students face be it in terms of phonemic awareness or the feeling of inferiority. This paper is part of the interdisciplinary research study that was carried out on fifty commonly mispronounced words in region of… Continue reading ‘Hypothesis Testing of Cochran’s Q Test and z- test on 10 most frequently mispronounced words of Mewari ESL Learners in Rajasthan’ by Asif Iqbal
‘Shakespeare and the Renaissance view of woman’ by Dr. Sunita Dalvai
Abstract The role of women in Renaissance is mentioned highly. But “did women have a renaissance” is a question that is been asked even today. Broadly speaking in the Renaissance when the political systems changed from the medieval feudal systems, women of every social class saw a change in their social and political options that… Continue reading ‘Shakespeare and the Renaissance view of woman’ by Dr. Sunita Dalvai