Essays about: "codeswitching"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 essays containing the word codeswitching.

  1. 1. "We live in Sweden; We use Swedish to understand" : A study on L1 functions and students' attitudes toward L1 use in a Swedish L2 English learning environment

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation

    Author : Johanna Pettersson; [2024]
    Keywords : Sweden; L1 use; L1 functions; English; L2 learning environment; student attitudes; codeswitching; translanguaging; monolingual learning environment; multilingual learning environment; bilingualism;

    Abstract : This study aims to explore Swedish upper secondary students’ attitudes toward first language (L1) use in a second language (L2) English learning environment. In addition, it aims to explore the functions of L1 use. Through a qualitative approach with both observations and interviews, a pattern of L1 use was noticed. READ MORE

  2. 2. Breaking Language Barriers: Swedish Upper Secondary Teachers' Attitudes Towards and Use of Swedish in the EFL Classroom

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Engelska

    Author : Caroline Tiihonen; [2023]
    Keywords : EFL teaching; Translanguaging; Codeswitching; L1 in L2 classroom; Teacher attitudes; Languages and Literatures;

    Abstract : The aim of this study is to investigate Swedish upper secondary English teachers’ attitudes towards and use of Swedish in the EFL classroom. In addition to examining teachers’ attitudes, the study investigated when teachers feel it is beneficial to use Swedish and why in these specific situations. READ MORE

  3. 3. Codeswitching in Swedish EFL classrooms : Practices and insights from teachers and teacher students

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation

    Author : Atosa Bigdeli; [2022]
    Keywords : English as a foreign language; codeswitching; upper secondary school; Sweden; teaching English; qualitative study; thematic analysis; benefits; limitations.;

    Abstract : The purpose of this study is to investigate the situations in which code-switching takes place in EFL classrooms. The paper focuses on why code-switching takes place, and whether it benefits or limits students' learning, according to teachers and teacher students in Swedish upper-secondary schools. READ MORE

  4. 4. Language choices in the EFL classroom : A mixed-methods study at Swedish lower-secondry schools

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för språk (SPR)

    Author : Mikaela Adolfsson; [2022]
    Keywords : Classroom observations; Codeswitching; EFL; Enlish as a foreign language; Interviews; Language Mode; lower-secondary schools; Swedish EFL pupils; Translanguaging;

    Abstract : Globalization has led to English being the leading language of communication providing opportunities for pupils to develop their English proficiency in different contexts. In this study, teachers’ language choices in the EFL classroom are being observed and the reasons behind them are being discussed during the following interviews. READ MORE

  5. 5. YOUNG CHINESE LEARNERS’ ATTITUDE TOWARD CODE-SWITCHING IN ENGLISH

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för språk och litteraturer

    Author : Neda Soghari Vash; [2021-12-29]
    Keywords : English; Code-switching; attitude; English language; Chinese language; young learners; first language; bilingual teaching strategy;

    Abstract : It is quite challenging for young students to learn English as a second language. To alleviate this, supporting teaching methods can be used within English learning classes. Teachers play a significant role in students' learning process. They have the responsibility to provide students appropriate learning experiences and support. READ MORE