Essays about: "Second language vocabulary learning"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 73 essays containing the words Second language vocabulary learning.

1. 16. The Use of Mobile Assisted Language Learning for Vocabulary Acquisition in the English Classroom

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för barndom, utbildning och samhälle (BUS)

   Author : Line Holmberg Svensson; Emma Sinclaire; [2022]
   Keywords : vocabulary acquisition; vocabulary learning; MALL; m-learning; English as Second Language; upper secondary school;

   Abstract : The increased need for digital education in upper secondary schools of Sweden during the COVID-19 outbreak showcased that there is a lack of professional knowledge in regards to what tools to use in order to vary the experience for the students in a virtual teaching environment. In this paper, we investigate whether Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) could assist English vocabulary acquisition of Swedish upper secondary students and what their attitudes are towards it. READ MORE

3. 17. The Multiplicity of Colonial Literature: Using the Portrayal of the Indian Population to Promote Democratic Values and Vocabulary Development in Upper Secondary School

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Engelska institutionen

   Author : Michael Lindfors; [2022]
   Keywords : Rudyard Kipling; Edward Said; Paul Nation; Orientalism; vocabulary development; democratic values; second language teaching;

   Abstract : This essay explores the ways colonial short stories by Rudyard Kipling can be used in many different aspects of language teaching in upper secondary school.The analysis takes inspiration from Edward Said’s Orientalism, where he discusses and argues for the prevalence of the phenomenon of Orientalism in the zeitgeist of Western society during the age of European occupation and colonization. READ MORE

4. 18. Vocabulary activities in year 9 L2 English workbooks

   University essay from Karlstads universitet/Institutionen för språk, litteratur och interkultur (from 2013)

   Author : Julia Björk; [2022]
   Keywords : Vocabulary; EFL; workbooks; second language learning; language skills; contextualisation;

   Abstract : This study aims to investigate vocabulary activities provided in English workbooks for year 9 students in Sweden. Vocabulary knowledge is an important part of language proficiency in the L2 and should therefore be supported by adequate activities. READ MORE

5. 19. Virtual Reality System for Learning Languages : Contextual Use of Computer-Aided Language Learning System

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

   Author : Drofa Tomas; [2022]
   Keywords : learning languages; computer-aided language learning systems; virtual reality; learning acquisition; situated learning; IxD; knowledge acquisition;

   Abstract : This master thesis focuses on an exploration of digital technologies and systems used for learning interaction, specifically learning of foreign languages (FLA) and second languages acquisition (SLA) and investigates the use of autonomy-based virtual environment systems for knowledge acquisition. The study describes an enhancement of multimodal language learning practices and deployment of teaching material in an autonomous setup operated by language students. READ MORE

6. 20. Translanguaging in the English classroom : A study examining young learners’ attitudes and perceptions of translanguaging in the English classroom.

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för språkdidaktik

   Author : Krystal Harris; [2021]
   Keywords : Translanguaging; L1; L2; EFL; grades 7-9; English teaching; attitudes; age; proficiency.; Transspråkande; L1; L2; EFL; åk 7-9; engelska undervisning; attityder; uppfattningar; ålder; färdighet.;

   Abstract : Many studies show that language learners see the benefits of using their first language in order to learn second or subsequent languages, while they also see some disadvantages. This reflects dominant ideas in language learning about the importance of keeping languages separate. READ MORE