Autonomous Language Learning: An Interview with Leslie Dickinson
Talking Shop: Aspects of Autonomous Learning
An Interview with Leslie Dickinson
Who is the interviewer?
Tricia Hedge, a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Univ. Since 1972 she has taught students and teachers in universities in Sweden, Japan, and the UK on a wide variety of programs: English for Academic Purposes, English for Professional Purposes, and both pre-service and in-service education. Tricia is the author of Teaching and Learning in the Language Classroom and Resource Books for Teachers: Writing.
Read MoreEnglish Grammar: Conditional Sentences, Relative Clauses, and Verb Tenses
Conditional Sentences
1st Conditional
if + present + will (can, shall, ought to, may, might, must)
-> Talk about a possible future action or situation
ex: If they ask for an explanation, they will understand the reason
– You must pay attention, if you want to understand the lesson.
-If they go to the interview, the might get the job
2nd Conditional
iF + past + would (could, might..)
Type A: hypothetical but possible in the present/future
ex: If she asked her friends for help, they would help her.
Type B:
Read MoreApplied Linguistics: A Comprehensive Overview
Introduction
Applied Linguistics is a field of study that examines the practical applications of linguistic knowledge and theories to real-world language-related problems and issues. It encompasses a wide range of subfields, including language teaching, language assessment, language policy, language acquisition, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, and forensic linguistics.
History of Applied Linguistics
The roots of Applied Linguistics can be traced back to the early 20th century, when linguists began
Read MoreAddressing Community Concerns and Inquiries
**Letter to the Mayor Regarding Neighborhood Conditions**
I am writing to express my concerns about the deteriorating living conditions in the neighborhood of ….
**Financial Hardships**
Many residents are facing financial difficulties due to increased taxes and reduced income.
**Unemployment and Crime**
Unemployment has led to an increase in theft and insecurity, creating fear among families.
**Aging Workforce**
Allowing older workers to remain employed for extended periods limits opportunities for younger
Read MoreEarly Intervention for Children with Developmental Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide
Early Intervention: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction
Early intervention refers to a set of interventions aimed at children aged 0-6 years, their families, and their surroundings. These interventions are designed to respond promptly to transient or permanent needs presented by children with developmental disorders or who are at risk of developing them.
Importance of Early Intervention
The early years are crucial for an individual’s future development. The child’s dependence on those around them and
Read MoreLinguistic Relations and Functions: Saussure and Halliday
Three relations proposed by Saussure: Syntagmatic, Paradigmatic and Associative relations
Saussure proposes three different relations: syntagmatic, paradigmatic and associative relations.
1) Syntagmatic relations:
A linguistic element is associated with other elements in the same line; agreement (concordancia). Ejemplo en español: “El niño bueno” (hay concordancia de género y número), agreement of gender, number, time, etc. It happens with anaphora and cataphora too. In phonetics there are