English reading proficiency is essential for university students in a globalized academic environment,yet many L2 learners encounter challenges,such as limited vocabulary,complex syntax,and unclear text organization,l...English reading proficiency is essential for university students in a globalized academic environment,yet many L2 learners encounter challenges,such as limited vocabulary,complex syntax,and unclear text organization,leading to cognitive overload.Grounded in the Cognitive Load Theory(CLT),this study examines the role of the Chunking Reading Processing Strategy-which integrates fragmented linguistic information into meaningful units at lexical,syntactic,and discourse levels-in alleviating cognitive load and improving reading comprehension.Through a mixed-methods approach,the research investigates how learners at different proficiency levels perceive and apply the chunking strategy,and how such application relates to cognitive load management.The results indicate that higher-proficiency learners employ chunking more frequently and report greater benefits,whereas lower-proficiency learners depend more on instructional support.The study confirms the theoretical and pedagogical value of chunk-based reading instruction and suggests that differentiated,cognitively informed teaching of the chunking strategy can enhance both reading efficiency and strategic awareness among L2 learners.展开更多
抖音作为最大、最具影响力的社交媒体平台之一,在ESL(English as a Second Language,即英语作为第二语言)教育领域展现出显著潜力。文章旨在明确抖音的主要功能,并探讨如何将这些功能有效融入ESL教学策略中,以支持语言技能的培养。通过...抖音作为最大、最具影响力的社交媒体平台之一,在ESL(English as a Second Language,即英语作为第二语言)教育领域展现出显著潜力。文章旨在明确抖音的主要功能,并探讨如何将这些功能有效融入ESL教学策略中,以支持语言技能的培养。通过提出将抖音应用于ESL教学的具体策略建议,帮助英语教师应对信息数字化的挑战,并充分利用新媒体平台(如抖音)提升教学效果。展开更多
基金funded by the 2024 Shanghai Social Science Planning Annual Project titled“A Study on the Chunk Processing Mechanisms and Cognitive Motivations of ESL Reading”(Fund No.2024BYY012).
文摘English reading proficiency is essential for university students in a globalized academic environment,yet many L2 learners encounter challenges,such as limited vocabulary,complex syntax,and unclear text organization,leading to cognitive overload.Grounded in the Cognitive Load Theory(CLT),this study examines the role of the Chunking Reading Processing Strategy-which integrates fragmented linguistic information into meaningful units at lexical,syntactic,and discourse levels-in alleviating cognitive load and improving reading comprehension.Through a mixed-methods approach,the research investigates how learners at different proficiency levels perceive and apply the chunking strategy,and how such application relates to cognitive load management.The results indicate that higher-proficiency learners employ chunking more frequently and report greater benefits,whereas lower-proficiency learners depend more on instructional support.The study confirms the theoretical and pedagogical value of chunk-based reading instruction and suggests that differentiated,cognitively informed teaching of the chunking strategy can enhance both reading efficiency and strategic awareness among L2 learners.
文摘抖音作为最大、最具影响力的社交媒体平台之一,在ESL(English as a Second Language,即英语作为第二语言)教育领域展现出显著潜力。文章旨在明确抖音的主要功能,并探讨如何将这些功能有效融入ESL教学策略中,以支持语言技能的培养。通过提出将抖音应用于ESL教学的具体策略建议,帮助英语教师应对信息数字化的挑战,并充分利用新媒体平台(如抖音)提升教学效果。
