RSSVolume 10 Issue 1

Using Dictation to Improve Language Proficiency

Using Dictation to Improve Language Proficiency

| March 25, 2008

Dictation, though widely known as a testing device, can be considered a good learning technique to improve learners’ proficiency. This study investigates the effect of dictation with 65 EFL learners to see if it helps them improve their language proficiency.

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Understanding EFL Learners’ Strategy Use and Strategy Awareness

Understanding EFL Learners’ Strategy Use and Strategy Awareness

| March 25, 2008

This study discusses the statistically significant impact of Korean students’ (from middle school, high school, and university, N=1,110) strategy awareness, English-learning self-image, and Importance of English on language learning strategy use. Students who had certain characteristics – valuing English as important (Importance of English)…

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