Convergent journalism constitutes a systematic investigation into emergent journalistic forms,conceptual frameworks,and practices emerging within media convergence context,characterized by its inherent attributes of c...Convergent journalism constitutes a systematic investigation into emergent journalistic forms,conceptual frameworks,and practices emerging within media convergence context,characterized by its inherent attributes of convergence,datacentricity,and interactivity.Grounded in the theoretical discourse of digital narratology,this monograph crystallizes its analytical focus on the triadic conceptual constellation of"convergence""mediaticity"and"narrativity",By positioning""convergence"as the central problematique,it systematically constructs an epistemological framework for convergent journalistic narrative through three dimensions:narrative theory,narrative language,and narrative praxis,thereby elucidates the ontological foundations and operational logics intrinsic to contemporary journalism studies.展开更多
Based on the definition and classification of modern Chinese cultural words,this paper expounds the necessity of paying attention to the teaching of cultural words in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.Then,the te...Based on the definition and classification of modern Chinese cultural words,this paper expounds the necessity of paying attention to the teaching of cultural words in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.Then,the teaching strategies of cultural words are discussed from four aspects:vocabulary teaching,classification teaching,association teaching,and online teaching,in order to provide a reference for the actual teaching of teachers of Chinese as a foreign language.展开更多
Based on conversation analysis theory,this study explored how teachers and students used discourse markers in foreign language classrooms and how these markers affect classroom interaction.The results showed that teac...Based on conversation analysis theory,this study explored how teachers and students used discourse markers in foreign language classrooms and how these markers affect classroom interaction.The results showed that teachers use different discourse markers in different teaching stages such as lead-in,presentation,practice and summary to make their teaching more organized and clearer.However,students used these markers less often,and their expressions are often less coherent.Based on these findings,the study suggests teaching strategies for teachers and learning strategies for students to improve how they use discourse markers.This can help make foreign language teaching more effective and interactive.展开更多
Purpose Artificial intelligence(AI)is developing across the world in every domain,such as finance,manufacturing,entertainment,agriculture,retail,healthcare,and law.Its use in the education sector has exponentially inc...Purpose Artificial intelligence(AI)is developing across the world in every domain,such as finance,manufacturing,entertainment,agriculture,retail,healthcare,and law.Its use in the education sector has exponentially increased.The present global survey explored the utilization of AI among academicians in audiology and speech-language therapy(ASLT)and their willingness to use AI tools in their academic work.Method This study used a cross-sectional survey design.One hundred and six ASLT academicians participated in the survey(February 2024 to April 2024).The questionnaire contains 18 items,which included a five-point rating scale,yes-no,and open-ended questions.Descriptive statistics were used for analysis.Results Most of the participants were from Asia and North America,followed by Africa.Nearly sixty-eight percent of the academicians used AI tools in their practice.The major concerns reported by the participants were the authenticity of the data,security,the addition of irrelevant information,and incorrect citations.The participants also mentioned that the frequent use of AI tools can reduce a person’s ability to devise novel ideas.AI tools such as ChatGPT,Canva,Grammarly AI,Mentimeter,QuillBot,ResearchRabbit,and Scribd were reported by participants.Conclusions The present study highlights the use of AI tools among ASLT academicians.However,only a few academicians have prior experience in AI courses.This indicates the pressing need for training concerning the appropriate use of AI in academia and support from universities.Furthermore,AI should be incorporated into academia with appropriate monitoring and ethical considerations.展开更多
Control Flow Graphs(CFGs)are essential for understanding the execution and data flow within software,serving as foundational structures in program analysis.Traditional CFG construction methods,such as bytecode analysi...Control Flow Graphs(CFGs)are essential for understanding the execution and data flow within software,serving as foundational structures in program analysis.Traditional CFG construction methods,such as bytecode analysis and Abstract Syntax Trees(ASTs),often face challenges due to the complex syntax of programming languages like Java and Python.This paper introduces a novel approach that leverages Large Language Models(LLMs)to generate CFGs through a methodical Chain of Thought(CoT)process.By employing CoT,the proposed approach systematically interprets code semantics directly from natural language,enhancing the adaptability across various programming languages and simplifying the CFG construction process.By implementing a modular AI chain strategy that adheres to the single responsibility principle,our approach breaks down CFG generation into distinct,manageable steps handled by separate AI and non-AI units,which can significantly improve the precision and coverage of CFG nodes and edges.The experiments with 245 Java and 281 Python code snippets from Stack Overflow demonstrate that our method achieves efficient performance on different programming languages and exhibits strong robustness.展开更多
With the increasing use of technology in language education,understanding the benefits and barriers of mobile-assisted language learning(MALL)is crucial for effective integration.Qualitative data were collected throug...With the increasing use of technology in language education,understanding the benefits and barriers of mobile-assisted language learning(MALL)is crucial for effective integration.Qualitative data were collected through interviews among Chinese English teachers in universities.Thematic analysis was employed to identify themes.The findings reveal that Chinese English teachers perceive MALL to offer benefits like convenience,effectiveness,efficiency,engagement,personalization,and resource richness.However,several barriers were identified,including low teacher ability,student device misuse,lack of institutional support,technical limitations,health concerns,and time constraints.These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the factors influencing the adoption of MALL in Chinese universities and have implications for language teaching practice.展开更多
The objective of this study is to shed light on what the literature on English Language Teaching(ELT)job advertisements reveals about the ELT profession.For this aim,the existing nine articles are chosen as the focal ...The objective of this study is to shed light on what the literature on English Language Teaching(ELT)job advertisements reveals about the ELT profession.For this aim,the existing nine articles are chosen as the focal literature and content-analyzed.The results point to some facts about ELT:the native speakerism ideology persists in ELT job advertisements;it includes multifaceted discrimination against both non-native and non-Anglophone native English speaker teachers(NESTs);cost-effective strategies are utilized by recruiters to hire young NESTs;different marketing strategies are employed to attract NESTs and to earn the prestige associated with hiring them;and advertising discourse is a way to institutionalization and entrenchment of discrimination.The fallacies explored also concern ELT as an adventure full of travel and pleasure,the dominance of supply-demand and preference principles,viewing NESTs as ideal teachers who promise fun and effortless language learning;and the fallacy that native status compensates for the lack of qualification and experience.Each fact and fallacy is problematized and ways to combat discrimination are suggested.Also,implications of the study for various stakeholders in the ELT circle including the NESTs,NNESTs,and recruiting agencies are discussed.展开更多
In recent years,the production-oriented approach has been applied in the field of teaching Chinese as a foreign language,providing a new perspective for language and cultural instruction.Currently,several issues exist...In recent years,the production-oriented approach has been applied in the field of teaching Chinese as a foreign language,providing a new perspective for language and cultural instruction.Currently,several issues exist in cultural teaching,such as the lack of in-depth cultural input,insufficient training in cross-cultural communication skills,and the over-stylization of cultural teaching in the classroom.The production-oriented approach offers a solution to these challenges.This paper seeks to introduce the production-oriented method into the teaching of Chinese culture as a foreign language,using silk culture as a case study for teaching design.The aim is to implement cultural teaching through a new instructional model and to promote the spread of Chinese silk culture.展开更多
The recent success of DeepSeek AI has sparked a heated debate in China about the necessity of learning the Chinese language.With its ability to generate sophisticated content in seconds,AI appears increasingly capable...The recent success of DeepSeek AI has sparked a heated debate in China about the necessity of learning the Chinese language.With its ability to generate sophisticated content in seconds,AI appears increasingly capable of replacing human writers.Does this signal a shift in the value of language mastery,or will human creativity and cultural nuance remain irreplaceable?展开更多
Learner autonomy stands on the top priorities of scholars due to its pivotal role in fostering student-centered learning methods. It empowers the learners to be in charge of their learning process and be the center of...Learner autonomy stands on the top priorities of scholars due to its pivotal role in fostering student-centered learning methods. It empowers the learners to be in charge of their learning process and be the center of attention in language learning education. For this purpose, different AI tools were used and implemented in pedagogy to narrow the divide in promoting learning/teaching approaches. This study aims to gauge the impact of using LLM-ChatGPT to teach EFL learners the present simple tense autonomously via providing automated feedback, and chances for regular drillings without over reliance on teacher. It also aims to investigate the EFL learners’ perception of using LLM-ChatGPT as a reinforcement approach to learner autonomy. A cohort comprising 50 EFL learners would participate in the study and a between subject design method using control and experimental groups would be implemented. The findings of the study indicated that learners who were taught present simple tense’s rule through using LLM-ChatGPT application, with less teacher’s dominance, scored grades similar to those who were taught the same tense’s rule by the teacher (sage on the stage approach). This substantiates the idea that LLM-Chat GPT acts a role akin to teachers in teaching grammatical rules. Moreover, the learners felt that LLM-ChatGPT application had a positive impact on fostering autonomous learning.展开更多
This study explores the potential application of ChatGPT in designing customized instructional plans for Chinese as a Second Language(CSL)teaching,focusing on non-Chinese-speaking(NCS)students in Hong Kong.Through two...This study explores the potential application of ChatGPT in designing customized instructional plans for Chinese as a Second Language(CSL)teaching,focusing on non-Chinese-speaking(NCS)students in Hong Kong.Through two rounds of comparative experiments,the study evaluates the effectiveness of AI-generated instructional designs against expert-designed versions.Results reveal that while initial ChatGPT designs initially have limitations,advanced versions demonstrate significant potential in supporting teachers with task-based language teaching(TBLT).These designs provide practical,culturally relevant tasks tailored to diverse learners,enhancing instructional efficiency and learner engagement.Furthermore,ChatGPT’s accessibility offers opportunities to reduce educational disparities by supporting teachers in resource-limited contexts,thereby addressing inequities in instructional quality.The study concludes that,while AI cannot replace teachers,ChatGPT can serve as a valuable supplementary tool,complementing human expertise in culturally and linguistically complex L2 teaching.It underscores the importance of ethical considerations and the critical role of teachers in integrating AI technology effectively to maximize its benefits in education.展开更多
Declining cognitive abilities can be a concomitant of advanced age.As language is closely associated with cognitive abilities,changes in language abilities can be an important marker of changes in cognitive abilities....Declining cognitive abilities can be a concomitant of advanced age.As language is closely associated with cognitive abilities,changes in language abilities can be an important marker of changes in cognitive abilities.The current study is to review cognitive studies of language and aging by first identifying and exploring the major clusters and pivotal articles and then detecting emerging trends.Data of 3,266 articles on language and aging from 2013 to 2022 were collected from the Web of Science Core Collection database.Adopting Document Co-citation Analysis,Freeman’s betweenness centrality metric(Freeman,2002)and Kleinberg’s burst detection algorithm(Kleinberg,2002),we explored major clusters,pivotal articles and emerging trends in this field.Cognition appears to be the most remarkable cluster.Bilingualism,speech production,listening effort,and reading comprehension are other major active clusters in a certain period.The most recent active cluster concerns the studies of Alzheimer’s disease.Articles serving as pivotal points concentrate on cognitive studies of the Framework for Understanding Effortful Listening(FUEL),the new Ease of Language Understanding model(EUL)and a hierarchical multi-representational generative framework of language comprehension.The progress in statistical methods,the relationship between language and cognitive impairment and the relationship between language abilities and cognition are the emerging trends.These emerging trends will provide some insights into how cognitive abilities influence language abilities in aging.展开更多
In the realm of psychology and language acquisition,the exploration of“individual differences”-encompassing attributes such as personality traits,motivation,and language aptitude-has long been a focal point of schol...In the realm of psychology and language acquisition,the exploration of“individual differences”-encompassing attributes such as personality traits,motivation,and language aptitude-has long been a focal point of scholarly investigation.Within this sphere,the book“Researching Creativity in Second Language Acquisition”by Ashleigh Pipes offers a fresh perspective on the role of creativity as a significant individual difference in Second Language Acquisition(SLA).Positioned against the backdrop of extensive empirical research on individual differences,this book stands out by focusing on the often overlooked aspect of creativity,which Pipes argues,holds paramount importance in SLA.展开更多
The teaching of English language and literature not only focuses on developing students’English language proficiency but also emphasizes their understanding and cognition of the cultural connotations behind the Engli...The teaching of English language and literature not only focuses on developing students’English language proficiency but also emphasizes their understanding and cognition of the cultural connotations behind the English language.This dual focus aims to cultivate students’cross-cultural communication skills and practical English skills.The application of the situational teaching method can create corresponding learning scenarios based on English language knowledge,thereby enriching students’learning experiences and understanding within these scenarios.This method has significant advantages in enhancing the effectiveness of English language and literature teaching.Consequently,this paper first analyzes the significance of applying the situational teaching method in university-level English language and literature instruction.It then proposes several strategies for implementing this method,with the goal of enhancing students’language awareness,cultural literacy,and comprehensive English skills.展开更多
In the context of economic globalization,English has become increasingly essential for students’communication and professional activities,necessitating higher proficiency in speaking and listening.The theory of secon...In the context of economic globalization,English has become increasingly essential for students’communication and professional activities,necessitating higher proficiency in speaking and listening.The theory of second language acquisition posits that college English teaching can purposefully guide students’learning and facilitate unconscious language acquisition.By integrating an output-oriented teaching method,students are provided with opportunities to practice and apply English,thereby addressing the traditional issue of“separation of learning and use.”This paper examines the application value of the output-oriented teaching method in college English under the second language acquisition theory and proposes several strategies to enhance college English classroom teaching.The goal is to develop students’linguistic competence and improve their practical English skills.展开更多
“Introduction to Language,”as the core course of the English major,mainly reveals the basic laws of language,enabling the students to have the ability to apply linguistic theories to explain language phenomena and s...“Introduction to Language,”as the core course of the English major,mainly reveals the basic laws of language,enabling the students to have the ability to apply linguistic theories to explain language phenomena and solve specific language problems.This course is highly theoretical and has a certain degree of difficulty.The evaluation of student grades has always been based on examination reform,but several problems have been encountered during the implementation process.This article analyzes the current situation of the reform and implementation of the“Introduction to Language”course examination in applied universities and puts forth suggestions and specific measures to improve the assessment of the course,aiming to enhance the teaching effectiveness of the course and scientifically and comprehensively evaluate students’abilities.展开更多
One of the most obvious markers of an individual’s identity is their language.However,in some ways,the relationship between identity and language acquisition seems to be missed.In fact,a lot of studies have shown tha...One of the most obvious markers of an individual’s identity is their language.However,in some ways,the relationship between identity and language acquisition seems to be missed.In fact,a lot of studies have shown that identity may influence the reasons behind language acquisition,especially in bilingual or multilingual societies.Learning English can provide EFL(English as a Foreign Language)students with a good sense of identity and encourage them to practice their agency,which can improve learning efficiency and effectiveness.This paper examines how the efficacy and results of language learning are influenced by the learner’s identity.展开更多
1.Recent Development in the Research Into the Language for Special Populations Language is a fundamental aspect of human communication,playing a crucial role in personal and social development.Special populations refe...1.Recent Development in the Research Into the Language for Special Populations Language is a fundamental aspect of human communication,playing a crucial role in personal and social development.Special populations refer to groups of individuals who have distinct characteristics that set them apart from the typical population,often due to various disabilities or conditions.Research into the language faced by special populations—such as those with autism,aging-related issues,Parkinson’s disease,aphasia,and stuttering—reveals a broad spectrum of linguistic needs and intervention strategies.展开更多
Arsenic is a metallic-looking poisonous chemical substance, which is odourless and tasteless. It is used for the manufacture of insecticides and fungicides. Arsenic may be absorbed accidentally through ingestion （foo...Arsenic is a metallic-looking poisonous chemical substance, which is odourless and tasteless. It is used for the manufacture of insecticides and fungicides. Arsenic may be absorbed accidentally through ingestion （food poisoning）, inhalation （toxic air） and permeation of skin. It has been scientifically proved that as little as 20 milligrams of arsenic may be life-threatening. It attacks delicate internal organs of the body, thereby, leading to health disorders and eventual death. On the one hand, this paper is set out to prove that the English language exerts similar killing effects on the Igbo language. On the other hand, the author will suggest ways of salvaging Igbo people＇s mother tongue from such killing effects.展开更多
文摘Convergent journalism constitutes a systematic investigation into emergent journalistic forms,conceptual frameworks,and practices emerging within media convergence context,characterized by its inherent attributes of convergence,datacentricity,and interactivity.Grounded in the theoretical discourse of digital narratology,this monograph crystallizes its analytical focus on the triadic conceptual constellation of"convergence""mediaticity"and"narrativity",By positioning""convergence"as the central problematique,it systematically constructs an epistemological framework for convergent journalistic narrative through three dimensions:narrative theory,narrative language,and narrative praxis,thereby elucidates the ontological foundations and operational logics intrinsic to contemporary journalism studies.
文摘Based on the definition and classification of modern Chinese cultural words,this paper expounds the necessity of paying attention to the teaching of cultural words in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.Then,the teaching strategies of cultural words are discussed from four aspects:vocabulary teaching,classification teaching,association teaching,and online teaching,in order to provide a reference for the actual teaching of teachers of Chinese as a foreign language.
基金Survey on the Use of Discourse Markers by Teachers and Students in Foreign Language Classrooms:Taking Teaching Stages and Contexts as Examples(Project No.:20240847)Ideological and Political Teaching Practice of Linguistics Course Under New Liberal Arts(Project No.:JG2023074)。
文摘Based on conversation analysis theory,this study explored how teachers and students used discourse markers in foreign language classrooms and how these markers affect classroom interaction.The results showed that teachers use different discourse markers in different teaching stages such as lead-in,presentation,practice and summary to make their teaching more organized and clearer.However,students used these markers less often,and their expressions are often less coherent.Based on these findings,the study suggests teaching strategies for teachers and learning strategies for students to improve how they use discourse markers.This can help make foreign language teaching more effective and interactive.
文摘Purpose Artificial intelligence(AI)is developing across the world in every domain,such as finance,manufacturing,entertainment,agriculture,retail,healthcare,and law.Its use in the education sector has exponentially increased.The present global survey explored the utilization of AI among academicians in audiology and speech-language therapy(ASLT)and their willingness to use AI tools in their academic work.Method This study used a cross-sectional survey design.One hundred and six ASLT academicians participated in the survey(February 2024 to April 2024).The questionnaire contains 18 items,which included a five-point rating scale,yes-no,and open-ended questions.Descriptive statistics were used for analysis.Results Most of the participants were from Asia and North America,followed by Africa.Nearly sixty-eight percent of the academicians used AI tools in their practice.The major concerns reported by the participants were the authenticity of the data,security,the addition of irrelevant information,and incorrect citations.The participants also mentioned that the frequent use of AI tools can reduce a person’s ability to devise novel ideas.AI tools such as ChatGPT,Canva,Grammarly AI,Mentimeter,QuillBot,ResearchRabbit,and Scribd were reported by participants.Conclusions The present study highlights the use of AI tools among ASLT academicians.However,only a few academicians have prior experience in AI courses.This indicates the pressing need for training concerning the appropriate use of AI in academia and support from universities.Furthermore,AI should be incorporated into academia with appropriate monitoring and ethical considerations.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62462036,62262031)Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation(20242BAB26017,20232BAB202010)+1 种基金Distinguished Youth Fund Project of the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province(20242BAB23011)the Jiangxi Province Graduate Innovation Found Project(YJS2023032)。
文摘Control Flow Graphs(CFGs)are essential for understanding the execution and data flow within software,serving as foundational structures in program analysis.Traditional CFG construction methods,such as bytecode analysis and Abstract Syntax Trees(ASTs),often face challenges due to the complex syntax of programming languages like Java and Python.This paper introduces a novel approach that leverages Large Language Models(LLMs)to generate CFGs through a methodical Chain of Thought(CoT)process.By employing CoT,the proposed approach systematically interprets code semantics directly from natural language,enhancing the adaptability across various programming languages and simplifying the CFG construction process.By implementing a modular AI chain strategy that adheres to the single responsibility principle,our approach breaks down CFG generation into distinct,manageable steps handled by separate AI and non-AI units,which can significantly improve the precision and coverage of CFG nodes and edges.The experiments with 245 Java and 281 Python code snippets from Stack Overflow demonstrate that our method achieves efficient performance on different programming languages and exhibits strong robustness.
文摘With the increasing use of technology in language education,understanding the benefits and barriers of mobile-assisted language learning(MALL)is crucial for effective integration.Qualitative data were collected through interviews among Chinese English teachers in universities.Thematic analysis was employed to identify themes.The findings reveal that Chinese English teachers perceive MALL to offer benefits like convenience,effectiveness,efficiency,engagement,personalization,and resource richness.However,several barriers were identified,including low teacher ability,student device misuse,lack of institutional support,technical limitations,health concerns,and time constraints.These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the factors influencing the adoption of MALL in Chinese universities and have implications for language teaching practice.
文摘The objective of this study is to shed light on what the literature on English Language Teaching(ELT)job advertisements reveals about the ELT profession.For this aim,the existing nine articles are chosen as the focal literature and content-analyzed.The results point to some facts about ELT:the native speakerism ideology persists in ELT job advertisements;it includes multifaceted discrimination against both non-native and non-Anglophone native English speaker teachers(NESTs);cost-effective strategies are utilized by recruiters to hire young NESTs;different marketing strategies are employed to attract NESTs and to earn the prestige associated with hiring them;and advertising discourse is a way to institutionalization and entrenchment of discrimination.The fallacies explored also concern ELT as an adventure full of travel and pleasure,the dominance of supply-demand and preference principles,viewing NESTs as ideal teachers who promise fun and effortless language learning;and the fallacy that native status compensates for the lack of qualification and experience.Each fact and fallacy is problematized and ways to combat discrimination are suggested.Also,implications of the study for various stakeholders in the ELT circle including the NESTs,NNESTs,and recruiting agencies are discussed.
文摘In recent years,the production-oriented approach has been applied in the field of teaching Chinese as a foreign language,providing a new perspective for language and cultural instruction.Currently,several issues exist in cultural teaching,such as the lack of in-depth cultural input,insufficient training in cross-cultural communication skills,and the over-stylization of cultural teaching in the classroom.The production-oriented approach offers a solution to these challenges.This paper seeks to introduce the production-oriented method into the teaching of Chinese culture as a foreign language,using silk culture as a case study for teaching design.The aim is to implement cultural teaching through a new instructional model and to promote the spread of Chinese silk culture.
文摘The recent success of DeepSeek AI has sparked a heated debate in China about the necessity of learning the Chinese language.With its ability to generate sophisticated content in seconds,AI appears increasingly capable of replacing human writers.Does this signal a shift in the value of language mastery,or will human creativity and cultural nuance remain irreplaceable?
文摘Learner autonomy stands on the top priorities of scholars due to its pivotal role in fostering student-centered learning methods. It empowers the learners to be in charge of their learning process and be the center of attention in language learning education. For this purpose, different AI tools were used and implemented in pedagogy to narrow the divide in promoting learning/teaching approaches. This study aims to gauge the impact of using LLM-ChatGPT to teach EFL learners the present simple tense autonomously via providing automated feedback, and chances for regular drillings without over reliance on teacher. It also aims to investigate the EFL learners’ perception of using LLM-ChatGPT as a reinforcement approach to learner autonomy. A cohort comprising 50 EFL learners would participate in the study and a between subject design method using control and experimental groups would be implemented. The findings of the study indicated that learners who were taught present simple tense’s rule through using LLM-ChatGPT application, with less teacher’s dominance, scored grades similar to those who were taught the same tense’s rule by the teacher (sage on the stage approach). This substantiates the idea that LLM-Chat GPT acts a role akin to teachers in teaching grammatical rules. Moreover, the learners felt that LLM-ChatGPT application had a positive impact on fostering autonomous learning.
基金This paper is supported by“Tin Ka Ping Foundation:Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area'Characteristic Affection,Classical Aspirations'Teaching Development Research Project”(Project Number:CB372).
文摘This study explores the potential application of ChatGPT in designing customized instructional plans for Chinese as a Second Language(CSL)teaching,focusing on non-Chinese-speaking(NCS)students in Hong Kong.Through two rounds of comparative experiments,the study evaluates the effectiveness of AI-generated instructional designs against expert-designed versions.Results reveal that while initial ChatGPT designs initially have limitations,advanced versions demonstrate significant potential in supporting teachers with task-based language teaching(TBLT).These designs provide practical,culturally relevant tasks tailored to diverse learners,enhancing instructional efficiency and learner engagement.Furthermore,ChatGPT’s accessibility offers opportunities to reduce educational disparities by supporting teachers in resource-limited contexts,thereby addressing inequities in instructional quality.The study concludes that,while AI cannot replace teachers,ChatGPT can serve as a valuable supplementary tool,complementing human expertise in culturally and linguistically complex L2 teaching.It underscores the importance of ethical considerations and the critical role of teachers in integrating AI technology effectively to maximize its benefits in education.
文摘Declining cognitive abilities can be a concomitant of advanced age.As language is closely associated with cognitive abilities,changes in language abilities can be an important marker of changes in cognitive abilities.The current study is to review cognitive studies of language and aging by first identifying and exploring the major clusters and pivotal articles and then detecting emerging trends.Data of 3,266 articles on language and aging from 2013 to 2022 were collected from the Web of Science Core Collection database.Adopting Document Co-citation Analysis,Freeman’s betweenness centrality metric(Freeman,2002)and Kleinberg’s burst detection algorithm(Kleinberg,2002),we explored major clusters,pivotal articles and emerging trends in this field.Cognition appears to be the most remarkable cluster.Bilingualism,speech production,listening effort,and reading comprehension are other major active clusters in a certain period.The most recent active cluster concerns the studies of Alzheimer’s disease.Articles serving as pivotal points concentrate on cognitive studies of the Framework for Understanding Effortful Listening(FUEL),the new Ease of Language Understanding model(EUL)and a hierarchical multi-representational generative framework of language comprehension.The progress in statistical methods,the relationship between language and cognitive impairment and the relationship between language abilities and cognition are the emerging trends.These emerging trends will provide some insights into how cognitive abilities influence language abilities in aging.
文摘In the realm of psychology and language acquisition,the exploration of“individual differences”-encompassing attributes such as personality traits,motivation,and language aptitude-has long been a focal point of scholarly investigation.Within this sphere,the book“Researching Creativity in Second Language Acquisition”by Ashleigh Pipes offers a fresh perspective on the role of creativity as a significant individual difference in Second Language Acquisition(SLA).Positioned against the backdrop of extensive empirical research on individual differences,this book stands out by focusing on the often overlooked aspect of creativity,which Pipes argues,holds paramount importance in SLA.
文摘The teaching of English language and literature not only focuses on developing students’English language proficiency but also emphasizes their understanding and cognition of the cultural connotations behind the English language.This dual focus aims to cultivate students’cross-cultural communication skills and practical English skills.The application of the situational teaching method can create corresponding learning scenarios based on English language knowledge,thereby enriching students’learning experiences and understanding within these scenarios.This method has significant advantages in enhancing the effectiveness of English language and literature teaching.Consequently,this paper first analyzes the significance of applying the situational teaching method in university-level English language and literature instruction.It then proposes several strategies for implementing this method,with the goal of enhancing students’language awareness,cultural literacy,and comprehensive English skills.
文摘In the context of economic globalization,English has become increasingly essential for students’communication and professional activities,necessitating higher proficiency in speaking and listening.The theory of second language acquisition posits that college English teaching can purposefully guide students’learning and facilitate unconscious language acquisition.By integrating an output-oriented teaching method,students are provided with opportunities to practice and apply English,thereby addressing the traditional issue of“separation of learning and use.”This paper examines the application value of the output-oriented teaching method in college English under the second language acquisition theory and proposes several strategies to enhance college English classroom teaching.The goal is to develop students’linguistic competence and improve their practical English skills.
基金Second batch of“opening bidding”Wuhan University of Bioengineering“Research on the Evaluation of the Implementation Effect of Curriculum Examination Reform:Taking the Course of Introduction to Language as an Example”(No.2023JGYB37)。
文摘“Introduction to Language,”as the core course of the English major,mainly reveals the basic laws of language,enabling the students to have the ability to apply linguistic theories to explain language phenomena and solve specific language problems.This course is highly theoretical and has a certain degree of difficulty.The evaluation of student grades has always been based on examination reform,but several problems have been encountered during the implementation process.This article analyzes the current situation of the reform and implementation of the“Introduction to Language”course examination in applied universities and puts forth suggestions and specific measures to improve the assessment of the course,aiming to enhance the teaching effectiveness of the course and scientifically and comprehensively evaluate students’abilities.
文摘One of the most obvious markers of an individual’s identity is their language.However,in some ways,the relationship between identity and language acquisition seems to be missed.In fact,a lot of studies have shown that identity may influence the reasons behind language acquisition,especially in bilingual or multilingual societies.Learning English can provide EFL(English as a Foreign Language)students with a good sense of identity and encourage them to practice their agency,which can improve learning efficiency and effectiveness.This paper examines how the efficacy and results of language learning are influenced by the learner’s identity.
文摘1.Recent Development in the Research Into the Language for Special Populations Language is a fundamental aspect of human communication,playing a crucial role in personal and social development.Special populations refer to groups of individuals who have distinct characteristics that set them apart from the typical population,often due to various disabilities or conditions.Research into the language faced by special populations—such as those with autism,aging-related issues,Parkinson’s disease,aphasia,and stuttering—reveals a broad spectrum of linguistic needs and intervention strategies.
文摘Arsenic is a metallic-looking poisonous chemical substance, which is odourless and tasteless. It is used for the manufacture of insecticides and fungicides. Arsenic may be absorbed accidentally through ingestion （food poisoning）, inhalation （toxic air） and permeation of skin. It has been scientifically proved that as little as 20 milligrams of arsenic may be life-threatening. It attacks delicate internal organs of the body, thereby, leading to health disorders and eventual death. On the one hand, this paper is set out to prove that the English language exerts similar killing effects on the Igbo language. On the other hand, the author will suggest ways of salvaging Igbo people＇s mother tongue from such killing effects.
