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Environmental Exploitation in the Colonial Period: An Ecocritical Analysis of Pramoedya Ananta Toer's Buru Quartet 殖民时期的环境开发：对 Pramoedya Ananta Toer 的《布鲁四重奏》的生态批评分析

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-08-09 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1408.18

Darsono, Fahruddin, Muhammad Iqbal Birsyada, Loso Judijanto, Asbullah Muslim, Arif Saefudin, K. Saddhono

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A Stylistic Pragmatics Perspective on Metaphors of Emotive Words in Anak Bajang Menggiring Angin 从文体语用学角度看 Anak Bajang Menggiring Angin 中的情感词隐喻

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-08-09 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1408.14

R. K. Rahardi, Y. Setyaningsih, Wahyudi Rahmatika, N. Lateh

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Post-Katrina African American Coming-of-Age Novels: A Study of Two Selected Novels 飓风后美国黑人成长小说：对两部精选小说的研究

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-08-09 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1408.16

Amneh K. Abu El-Samen, Mahmoud Zidan

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Examining the Impact of Tanzania's Language Policy in Education on Promoting the Chinese Language in Tanzania 研究坦桑尼亚教育语言政策对在坦桑尼亚推广汉语的影响

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-08-09 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1408.08

Charles Aniseti Kambaya, Xiao Hong

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Engaging Chinese EFL Students’ Reading Through PBL in a Blended Learning Environment 在混合式学习环境中通过 PBL 吸引中国英语语言学生阅读

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-08-09 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1408.27

Sue Wang

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Fallacy as a Strategy of Argumentation in Political Debates 政治辩论中作为论证策略的谬误

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-08-09 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1408.12

Nawal F. Abbas, A. Muslah, Afrah S. Najem

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English Teachers’ Post-Pandemic Motivation in Macau’s Higher Education System 澳门高等教育系统中英语教师的疫后动机

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-17 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1407.05

Yuying Wang, Wei Xu, Kaining Guan, Jin Zhao, Ping Wu

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Examining Social Actors in Investment Fraud News: A Transitivity and Appraisal Analysis 研究投资欺诈新闻中的社会行为者：易变性和评价分析

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-17 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1407.23

Eny Maulita Purnama Sari, R. Santosa, D. Djatmika, T. Wiratno

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Language Teachers’ Adaptability to Digital Transformation: Online Assessment Practices in Vietnam Higher Education 语言教师对数字化转型的适应性：越南高等教育中的在线评估实践

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-17 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1407.34

Truc Tran-Thi-Thanh

{"title":"Language Teachers’ Adaptability to Digital Transformation: Online Assessment Practices in Vietnam Higher Education","authors":"Truc Tran-Thi-Thanh","doi":"10.17507/tpls.1407.34","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1407.34","url":null,"abstract":"This qualitative study conducts three in-depth interviews with language educators representing the Faculties of Chinese, English, and Russian Linguistics at a university in Vietnam. The research aims to explore their experiences and perspectives amid the rapid digital transformation catalyzed by the post COVID-19 pandemic, with a particular focus on their adaptation to online assessment. Utilizing a semi-structured interview format with open-ended questions, the study comprehensively examines various aspects of online assessment techniques, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the future implications of blended learning in higher education. The findings highlight the remarkable adaptability and resilience of language educators in responding to the multifaceted challenges. Despite the abrupt shift to online assessment methods, these educators effectively embraced innovative approaches, reflecting their commitment to upholding academic standards amidst adversity. The research underscores the critical importance of higher education institutions prioritizing investments in the professional development of educators and equipping students with essential digital skills. Beyond preserving the educational advancements made during the pandemic, it positions higher education for a future in which technology drives profound transformations in learning and assessment methodologies. In essence, this study offers valuable insights into the adaptability and resilience of language educators, illuminating the path forward for higher education in an increasingly digital landscape.","PeriodicalId":23004,"journal":{"name":"Theory and Practice in Language Studies","volume":" 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141830053","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Language Learning Plateau: EFL Teachers’ Perceptions and Practical Recommendations 语言学习高原：英语教师的看法和实用建议

Theory and Practice in Language Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-17 DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1407.35

Dinara Utegulova, Kulpash Koptleuova, Nurkhanym Bauyrzhan, Sandugash Mukhtarova, Akhmaral Khairzhanova, Danagul Assylzhanova

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