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The Usefulness of Uselessness: Short Stories by José Eduardo Agualusa 《无用的有用:约瑟·爱德华多·阿瓜卢萨的短篇故事

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.14

Hui Wu, Lola Geraldes Xavier

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Implementing a Problem-Based Learning Model in Writing Scientific Articles for Undergraduate Students 基于问题的学习模式在大学生科技论文写作中的实施

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.21

Khairun Nisa', Syahrul Ramadhan, Harris Effendi Thahar

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Occurrence Frequency of Rhetorical Moves in Introductions of Linguistics Research Articles From Non-Scopus and Scopus Journals 非Scopus期刊和Scopus期刊语言学研究论文引言中修辞动作的出现频率

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.16

Hui Geng, Geok Imm Lee, Ilyana Jalaluddin, Helen Tan

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Using Smart Devices in Forming the Foreign Language Competency of Economics Students 运用智能设备培养经济学专业学生的外语能力

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.05

Marina Stavruk, L. Beloglazova, Irina Polozhentseva, A. Shapauov, Elvira Safonova, Oksana Orekhova, Nataliya Rets, Galina Malukina, Olga Abramova, Svetlana Godzinevskaya

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In Search of Quality English Teaching in Nepal: Narratives, Reflections and Descriptors 尼泊尔优质英语教学的探索:叙述、反思与描述

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.07

G. Pandey

{"title":"In Search of Quality English Teaching in Nepal: Narratives, Reflections and Descriptors","authors":"G. Pandey","doi":"10.17507/jltr.1405.07","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1405.07","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this paper is to analyze Nepali English teachers’ narrations and reflections about good English language teaching which they most enjoyed and affected their career choices. The present paper adopted narrative inquiry as a research design. The study was conducted with five participants who unfolded stories and memoirs on how they learned English. The participants shared their experiences which left indelible marks on their minds. The data were analyzed thematically in such a way that their conceptions of quality English teaching were reflected. The study indicated that teachers are instrumental in enabling learning, and they succeed most when they exhibit the behaviors that lead to the desired learning outcomes, such as excellent grades, favorable attitudes toward learning, and improved learning abilities. Good teaching is not a static, stereotyped activity that can only be accomplished by using instructional techniques. Quality English language teaching cannot be imagined without quality English teachers who are required to possess competencies like strong subject-matter expertise, pedagogical skills, contextual knowledge, passion, and the capacity to foster a friendly learning atmosphere so that they can maximize learning and are better able to accomplish increased learning. Thus, quality English language teaching places learners at the center of the learning process.","PeriodicalId":31813,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research","volume":"84 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82169030","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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Textual Metafunction of Cynicism in Srimad Bhagavatam and Its Translation Into Indonesian 《薄伽瓦谭》中犬儒主义的文本元功能及其印尼语翻译

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.12

N. Ketut, Dewi Yulianti, I. Gusti, Agung Sri, Rwa Jayantini

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Challenges Faced by Libyan English Instructors in Using E-Communication Tools 利比亚英语教师在使用电子通信工具方面面临的挑战

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.09

Fatma A. H. Abdelatia, Kharima Saleh Issa Alsohbo, Isyaku Hassan

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Family and Individual Life Conflict in Difficult Daughters 难相处女儿的家庭和个人生活冲突

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.03

J. V., Mohan S, Kannan R

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Implementation of New English Language Policy in Saudi Context: Perceptions, Challenges, and Remedies 新英语语言政策在沙特语境下的实施:感知、挑战和补救

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.22

Ismat Jabeen

{"title":"Implementation of New English Language Policy in Saudi Context: Perceptions, Challenges, and Remedies","authors":"Ismat Jabeen","doi":"10.17507/jltr.1405.22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1405.22","url":null,"abstract":"With the advent of Saudi Vision 2030 implementation, the internationalization of the Saudi education system has invigorated significant alterations in teaching and learning practices specifically concerning English language teaching. Since the beginning of 2021, under the new language policy, English has been taught from Grade 1. The aim is to meet the persisting global educational, job, business, and linkage challenges by educating and training the youth in English as the focal tool for future advancement. However, the realization of these objectives depends on various sociocultural factors. The perceptions of the important stakeholders such as teachers, the suitability of the EFL curriculum, and the professional training of EFL teachers can perform a pivotal role in achieving or undermining these goals. Also, teaching practices in real contexts can pose multiple unforeseen challenges and hurdles. This research intended to explore the perceptions of EFL teachers in introducing English as early as grade 1, their practices, and the practical challenges this new policy poses in its effective implementation. To achieve the said objectives, a tailored-made questionnaire comprising quantitative and qualitative items was administered. The detailed analysis highlighted many aspects of concern such as the lack of professional training for EFL teachers, unsuitable and incompatible curriculum, neglection of communicative skills, etc.","PeriodicalId":31813,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research","volume":"77 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73170922","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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An Exploratory Study of Learners’ Perceptions About the Effectiveness of Active Learning Approaches 学习者对主动学习方法有效性认知的探索性研究

International Journal of Foreign Language Teaching and Research Pub Date : 2023-09-01 DOI: 10.17507/jltr.1405.10

Afef Ahmed Gasmi, Zakiya S. Al Nadabi

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