Technological Resources For Second Language Pronunciation Learning And Teaching

Author : Shannon McCrocklin
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2022-12-13
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781666902303

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Technological Resources for Second Language Pronunciation Learning and Teaching by Shannon McCrocklin Pdf

Second language (L2) pronunciation has become increasingly visible as an important area of L2 teaching and research. Despite the growing number of resources available focused on L2 pronunciation, technology in L2 pronunciation has received much less attention. While technology has been an enduring strand of L2 pronunciation research, it has also been somewhat inconspicuous. Indeed, research has examined a wide variety of technologies such as language-learning platforms, speech visualization software, and Automatic Speech Recognition. Despite the abundance of research, it can be difficult to gain a full sense of work in this area given the lack of a comprehensive and consolidated resource or reference. This book endeavors to fill that gap and make L2 pronunciation technologies more visible by providing teachers and researchers an introduction to research in a wide variety of technologies that can support pronunciation learning. While working to introduce practitioners to numerous technologies available, it also dives into the research-basis for their use, providing new studies and data featuring a wide variety of languages and learning contexts.

Author : John M. Levis,Tracey M. Derwing,Sinem Sonsaat-Hegelheimer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03-29
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781119801573

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Second Language Pronunciation by John M. Levis,Tracey M. Derwing,Sinem Sonsaat-Hegelheimer Pdf

Practical resources designed to help language educators apply the latest research and most effective pedagogical methods to classroom pronunciation instruction In Second Language Pronunciation: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Teaching, a team of distinguished researchers and educators delivers an incisive and practical approach to evidence-based pronunciation instruction in second language classrooms. Developed for language teachers who want to incorporate and implement the most effective pedagogical methods in their language instruction, this edited volume offers 15 essays that connect the latest research with practical applications in the classroom. In addition to exploring recent but less well-known methods—like High Variability Phonetic Training, discourse-based teaching, communicative classrooms, and technology-based methods—these chapters are unified in bringing theory to bear on practical questions faced by language teachers. The chapters follow a standard format, moving from critical research issues to pedagogical implications, and practical resources to equip language teachers, scholars, administrators, and teachers-in-training with the tools they require to develop their students’ pronunciation abilities. Readers will also find: A thorough introduction to using empirical evidence to guide pronunciation instruction in second language students Comprehensive explorations of the integration of pronunciation instruction into second language education Practical discussions of perception training in pronunciation instruction and the importance of L2 segmental and suprasegmental contrasts in pronunciation learning In-depth examinations of classroom research for pronunciation and the use of technology to explore L2 pronunciation Perfect for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students studying TESOL, applied linguistics, and second language acquisition, Second Language Pronunciation: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Teaching will also earn a place in the libraries of researchers, scholars, and teachers of language and education.

Author : Martha C. Pennington,Pamela Rogerson-Revell
Publisher : Springer
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781137476777

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English Pronunciation Teaching and Research by Martha C. Pennington,Pamela Rogerson-Revell Pdf

This book offers contemporary perspectives on English pronunciation teaching and research in the context of increasing multilingualism and English as an international language. It reviews current theory and practice in pronunciation pedagogy, language learning, language assessment, and technological developments, and presents an expanded view of pronunciation in communication, education, and employment. Its eight chapters provide a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of pronunciation and the linguistic and social functions it fulfils. Topics include pronunciation in first and second language acquisition; instructional approaches and factors impacting teachers’ curriculum decisions; methods for assessing pronunciation; the use of technology for pronunciation teaching, learning, and testing; pronunciation issues of teachers who are second-language speakers; and applications of pronunciation research and pedagogy in L1 literacy and speech therapy, forensic linguistics, and health, workplace, and political communication. The chapters also critically examine the research base supporting specific teaching approaches and identify research gaps in need of further investigation. This rigorous work will provide an invaluable resource for teachers and teacher educators; in addition to researchers in the fields of applied linguistics, phonology and communication.

Author : Ubiratã Kickhöfel Alves,Jeniffer Imaregna Alcantara de Albuquerque
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2022-12-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783110736144

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Second Language Pronunciation by Ubiratã Kickhöfel Alves,Jeniffer Imaregna Alcantara de Albuquerque Pdf

In the field of second language (L2) acquisition, the number of studies focusing on L2 pronunciation instruction and perceptual/production training has increased as new classroom methodologies have been proposed and new goals for L2 pronunciation have been set. This book brings together different approaches to L2 pronunciation research in the classroom or in the language laboratory. 13 chapters, written by well-known researchers focusing on a variety of first and target languages, are divided into four parts: Pronunciation development and intelligibility: implications for teaching and training studies; L2 pronunciation teaching; L2 pronunciation training: implications for the classroom; and Pronunciation in the laboratory: High Variability Phonetic Training. Intended for researchers in the fields of second language acquisition, phonetics, phonology, psycholinguistics, speech therapies, speech technology, as well as second language teaching, this book not only summarizes the current research questions on L2 pronunciation teaching and training, but also predicts future scenarios for both researchers and practitioners in the field.

Author : Vanessa Sheu,Joshua D. Weirick,Alexis Zhou
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2023-10-24
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781527529137

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Variation in Linguistics by Vanessa Sheu,Joshua D. Weirick,Alexis Zhou Pdf

Language is acquired, comprehended, and produced in a rule-based fashion; nonetheless, variation in language is constantly observable—from alternating forms used by second and third language speakers to systematic changes in linguistic rules which eventually come to characterize entirely different language varieties. Therefore, understanding variation helps linguists understand the very forces that shape language itself. This book presents quantitative and qualitative research from interdisciplinary perspectives: second language acquisition, sociolinguistics, discourse studies and syntax. These ten chapters shed empirical light on the variables that result in systematic variation in language. From the influence of previously learned languages on the acquisition of a third language, to how social variables impact the phonetics of French political speaking styles, to how different types of comparatives in Jordanian Arabic can be distinguished by features within a syntactic hierarchy of functional projections, the chapters identify the linguistic factors which are behind the heterogeneity of structures in their individual topics of investigation.

Author : Bang, Truong Cong,Nguyen, Cuong Huy,Bui, Hung Phu
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2024-04-26
Category : Education
ISBN : 9798369332955

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Exploring Contemporary English Language Education Practices by Bang, Truong Cong,Nguyen, Cuong Huy,Bui, Hung Phu Pdf

Amidst the transformative tides reshaping the realm of English language education, educators, researchers, and practitioners grapple with a myriad of contemporary challenges. In recent years, the landscape of teaching and learning English as a second or foreign language (L2) has undergone a seismic shift, prompting a reevaluation of established practices. The dynamics of L2 education now face burgeoning issues such as fluctuating motivation levels among learners, evolving engagement dynamics in classrooms, and the expanding influence of technological advancements, particularly the pervasive use of computer-mediated communication, altering the traditional boundaries of language acquisition. The urgency to address these multifaceted concerns serves as the impetus for Exploring Contemporary English Language Education Practices, an edited book that unravels the complexities of the present-day L2 education panorama. This comprehensive volume, encapsulated by the title Exploring Contemporary English Language Education Practices, is not just a compilation of insights; it is a roadmap for navigating the intricate terrain of modern language education. The chapters within this book delve deep into the intricate fabric of second language motivation, learner engagement, emotional dimensions in language learning, classroom assessment strategies, corrective feedback methodologies, and the symbiotic relationship between technology and language acquisition.

Author : James Dean Brown,Kimi Kondo-Brown,National Foreign Language Resource Center (University of Hawaii at Manoa)
Publisher : Natl Foreign Lg Resource Ctr
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780824831363

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Perspectives on Teaching Connected Speech to Second Language Speakers by James Dean Brown,Kimi Kondo-Brown,National Foreign Language Resource Center (University of Hawaii at Manoa) Pdf

This resource contains 14 articles on connected speech of interest to teachers, researchers, and materials developers in both ESL/EFL and Japanese.

Author : Okim Kang,April Ginther
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-14
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781351692809

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Assessment in Second Language Pronunciation by Okim Kang,April Ginther Pdf

Assessment in Second Language Pronunciation highlights the importance of pronunciation in the assessment of second language speaking proficiency. Leading researchers from around the world cover practical issues as well as theoretical principles, enabling the understanding and application of the theory involved in assessment in pronunciation. Key features of this book include: Examination of key criteria in pronunciation assessment, including intelligibility, comprehensibility and accentedness; Exploration of the impact of World Englishes and English as a Lingua Franca on pronunciation assessment; Evaluation of the validity and reliability of testing, including analysis of scoring methodologies; Discussion of current and future practice in assessing pronunciation via speech recognition technology. Assessment in Second Language Pronunciation is vital reading for students studying modules on pronunciation and language testing and assessment.

Author : Zou, Bin
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-31
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781466628229

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Computer-Assisted Foreign Language Teaching and Learning: Technological Advances by Zou, Bin Pdf

Educational technologies continue to advance the ways in which we teach and learn. As these technologies continue to improve our communication with one another, computer-assisted foreign language learning has provided a more efficient way of communication between different languages. Computer-Assisted Foreign Language Teaching and Learning: Technological Advances highlights new research and an original framework that brings together foreign language teaching, experiments and testing practices that utilize the most recent and widely used e-learning resources. This comprehensive collection of research will offer linguistic scholars, language teachers, students, and policymakers a better understanding of the importance and influence of e-learning in second language acquisition.

Author : Veronica G. Sardegna,Anna Jarosz
Publisher : Channel View Publications
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2023-03-17
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781800410510

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English Pronunciation Teaching by Veronica G. Sardegna,Anna Jarosz Pdf

This book presents and discusses theoretical and practical perspectives on English pronunciation theory, research and practice in order to establish evidence-based pronunciation teaching models, teaching and research priorities, and recommendations for best practices in teaching English pronunciation. The chapters provide a balanced view of theory and practice based on the authors’ empirical findings and their extensive professional experiences in English as a second/foreign language (ESL/EFL) and lingua franca contexts. The book identifies pronunciation teaching priorities that take into account individual learner variables, disseminates knowledge about theoretical frameworks, explores teachers’ and learners’ beliefs and practices regarding pronunciation instruction, and shares empirical findings regarding teacher education and teaching interventions in diverse contexts with English learners of different ages and language backgrounds. Overall, the chapters highlight the need to focus on intelligibility models that consider individual learner differences, and teacher and contextual variables.

Author : Kelch, Kenneth B.,Byun, Peter,Safavi, Setareh,Cervantes, Seth
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781799866114

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CALL Theory Applications for Online TESOL Education by Kelch, Kenneth B.,Byun, Peter,Safavi, Setareh,Cervantes, Seth Pdf

With the increased necessity of using online teaching to ensure students continue to learn, it is imperative that language teachers implement computer-assisted language learning (CALL) techniques into their teaching strategies. TESOL teachers especially must continue to remain up to date on the latest research outlining best practices for the online teaching of English language learners. CALL Theory Applications for Online TESOL Education is a crucial reference work that focuses on online education and CALL in the context of teaching English to speakers of other languages. The book presents research that illustrates the current best practices in online CALL applications in TESOL including works on emerging applications such as mobile language learning, games, and service-learning. It includes chapters that focus on technology-enhanced learning in a variety of configurations, from fully online contexts to face-to-face blended learning contexts that have some degree of a virtual component. While highlighting topics that include e-learning, second language acquisition, and virtual learning environments, this book is ideal for TESOL educators and CALL practitioners who are interested in the ways in which language and culture are impacted by online education. Moreover, K-12 teachers and teacher educators working with linguistically and culturally diverse learners in their classes and communities, as well as administrators, academicians, researchers, and students will benefit from the research contained in this book.

Author : Shawn Loewen,Masatoshi Sato
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-31
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781108490238

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A Practical Guide to Second Language Teaching and Learning by Shawn Loewen,Masatoshi Sato Pdf

An accessible, introductory textbook to instructed second language acquisition, illuminating the connections between theory and practice.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 756 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Education
ISBN : CUB:U183034913772

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Resources in Education by Anonim Pdf

Author : Eli Hinkel
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 817 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2022-09-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781000638332

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Handbook of Practical Second Language Teaching and Learning by Eli Hinkel Pdf

This authoritative volume is a practical, comprehensive, and state-of-the-art overview of current knowledge and research on second and foreign language teaching and learning. Thorough and reader-friendly, the Handbook is organized logically into six parts that address all major areas of L2/FL teaching and learning: Part I: Learning Contexts and Language Teaching covers the diverse populations of language learners, their needs, and the challenges they face Part II: Curriculum and Instruction addresses curriculum and materials design, and includes exemplars of instructional approaches with wide applicability across contexts Part III: Listening and Speaking overviews listening pedagogy, speaking skills, and pronunciation, among other key topics Part IV: Reading and Writing includes chapters on all practical matters related to learning to write in another language, with attention to spelling, orthography, extensive reading, and more Part V: Vocabulary and Grammar discusses assumptions and practical approaches on vocabulary and grammar instruction, with attention to important topics such as academic writing and multiword expressions Part VI: Intercultural Communication and Pragmatics concludes the Handbook with an examination of language learning across social, cultural, and regional differences Bringing together leading experts in the field, the contributors offer important perspectives on major, established, and emerging topics. Each chapter overviews important developments, key research, and considerations and applications for effective second language instruction. A well-rounded, readable, and up-to-date resource, the Handbook is a compendium of the ongoing changes, innovations, and practices in L2/FL teaching and learning. It is an essential resource for students, teachers, faculty, and professionals.

Author : Kruk, Mariusz
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781522572879

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Assessing the Effectiveness of Virtual Technologies in Foreign and Second Language Instruction by Kruk, Mariusz Pdf

Over the last few decades, the use of virtual technologies in education, including foreign/second language instruction, has developed into a substantial field of study. Through virtual technologies, language learners can develop metacognitive and metalinguistic skills, and they can practice the language by interacting with real/virtual users or virtual objects, a very important issue for language learners who have no or little contact with native or target language speakers outside the classroom. Assessing the Effectiveness of Virtual Technologies in Foreign and Second Language Instruction provides emerging research exploring the theoretical and practical aspects of virtual technologies and applications in engaging language learners both within and outside the classroom. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as game-based learning, online classrooms, and learning management systems, this publication is ideally designed for academicians, researchers, scholars, educators, graduate-level students, software developers, instructional designers, linguists, and education administrators seeking current research on how virtual technologies can be utilized and interpreted methodologically in virtual classroom settings.