In this paper, the author reviews the history of English language teaching English as a second or foreign language in schools and colleges in Nepal. Teaching English language and literature in Nepal is of about a half a decade, starting from the mid of twentieth century.
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Vol. 5 Issue 34 – Research Paper: ‘Global Trends in Language Learning in the 21st Century’ Sarah Elaine Eaton
Today’s language classroom is vastly different from that of the mid- to late 20th century. The study is a meta-analysis of recent research which provided the means to identify current and emerging trends in the field.
Vol. 5 Issue 33 – Research Paper: ‘Use of a New Set of Linguistic Features to Improve Automatic Assessment of Text Readability’ by Takehiko Yoshimi; Katsunori Kotani & Hitoshi Isahara
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#33 | September 9, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Abstract The present paper proposes and evaluates a readability assessment method designed for Japanese learners of EFL (English as a foreign language). The proposed readability assessment method is constructed by a regression algorithm using a new set of linguistic features that were employed separately in… Continue reading Vol. 5 Issue 33 – Research Paper: ‘Use of a New Set of Linguistic Features to Improve Automatic Assessment of Text Readability’ by Takehiko Yoshimi; Katsunori Kotani & Hitoshi Isahara
Vol. 5 Issue 33 – Research Paper: ‘A Passage from Linguistics to English Language Teaching: Students’ Experiences and Expectations’ by Muhlise Cosgun Ogeyik
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#33 | September 9, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Abstract Linguistic courses in ELT (English Language Teaching) departments, in some ways, may create obstacles due to their firm theoretical framework. Therefore, this study is concerned with the main problems for the students taking linguistic courses in ELT Department at Trakya University in Turkey. The… Continue reading Vol. 5 Issue 33 – Research Paper: ‘A Passage from Linguistics to English Language Teaching: Students’ Experiences and Expectations’ by Muhlise Cosgun Ogeyik
Vol. 5 Issue 33 – Research Paper: ‘Cognitive Approaches to L3 Acquisition’ by Garcia-Mayo & Maria del Pilar
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#33 | September 9, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Abstract Multilingualism has established itself as an area of systematic research in linguistic studies over the last two decades. The multilingual phenomenon can be approached from different perspectives: educational, formal linguistic, neurolinguistic, psycholinguistic and sociolinguistic, among others. This article presents an overview of cognitive (psychological… Continue reading Vol. 5 Issue 33 – Research Paper: ‘Cognitive Approaches to L3 Acquisition’ by Garcia-Mayo & Maria del Pilar
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue 32
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#32 | September 2, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Research Paper: ‘Improving Online Reading and Vocabulary Development’ by John Paul Loucky Research Paper: ‘Vocabulary Development during Read-Alouds: Examining the Instructional Sequence’ by Karen J. Kindle Book Review: ‘How to Teach English with Technology’ by Gavin Dudeney and Nicky Hockley Conference: ‘Education and Development Conference… Continue reading ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue 32
Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Research Paper: ‘Vocabulary Learning through Reading: Does an ELT Course Book Provide Good Opportunities?’ by Warren Matsuoka & David Hirsh
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#32 | September 2, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Abstract This study investigates the vocabulary learning opportunities in an ELT course book designed for upper-intermediate learners. All the words appearing in the 12 chapters of the text were analyzed. The results suggest that the text would provide opportunities to deepen knowledge of the second… Continue reading Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Research Paper: ‘Vocabulary Learning through Reading: Does an ELT Course Book Provide Good Opportunities?’ by Warren Matsuoka & David Hirsh
Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Book Review: ‘How to Teach English with Technology’ by Gavin Dudeney and Nicky Hockley
The book “How to teach English with technology” written by Gavin Dudeney and Nicky Hockley is utilizing technology in language teaching. Gavin Dudeney has worked in education for the past 24 years as a teacher, material developer, IT manager and Web/user interface designer. Nicky Hockley is director of pedagogy of the consultants and has worked in the field of face-to-face and distance education since 1987, as a teacher, teacher trainer and consultant. The book is useful for both novice and experienced teachers on how to use ICT tools in the classrooms. It has 12 chapters, each chapter containing introduction as well as theoretical background of each topic which is followed by introducing different software and hardware and further activities to be used in classrooms. Each chapter is ended up with a summary of the whole chapter. Furthermore, the book has an Audio CD_ROM which contains interviews with teachers around the world explaining their experiences of using technology in their teaching. There are also useful tutorials on topics such as how to set up a blog.
Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Research Paper: ‘Vocabulary Development during Read-Alouds: Examining the Instructional Sequence’ by Karen J. Kindle
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#32 | September 2, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Abstract Reading aloud to children is a recommended practice in early childhood and primary-grade classrooms that is purported to enhance vocabulary growth. General guidelines can be found in the literature, but practitioners often rely on conventional wisdom and their own instincts to embed vocabulary instruction… Continue reading Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Research Paper: ‘Vocabulary Development during Read-Alouds: Examining the Instructional Sequence’ by Karen J. Kindle
Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Research Paper: ‘Improving Online Reading and Vocabulary Development’ by John Paul Loucky
ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#32 | September 2, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036 Abstract The aim of this study was to find ways to improve online reading and vocabulary learning. Various new types of online reading comprehension and vocabulary development programs and tests were compared in this study to consider how useful they may be for guiding individual… Continue reading Vol. 5 Issue 32 – Research Paper: ‘Improving Online Reading and Vocabulary Development’ by John Paul Loucky