this research was conducted to reveal the differences between the intonation systems of persian and japanese languages and to be applied to the contrastive linguistics and language teaching fields. first,a description of the intonation system in the autosegmental-metrical phonology framework was chosen as reference for each language. based on these two descriptions, the intonations of the two l...

History of language teaching methodologies is characterized by variety of syllabuses equal to the number of teaching methods. Following the ups and downs in teaching methods, syllabuses have had the same destiny. In line with the humanistic trend in this arena, whole learner involvement received prime significance to the extent that many favor negotiated syllabus in language teaching and learni...

COMMUNICATION BARRIERS THAT JUNIOR AND SENIOR ELT STUDENTS EXPERIENCE IN THE PROCESS OF LEARNING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE Orhan KOCAMAN ABSTRACT Communication is a crucial aspect so as to communicate with other people in an effective way and it is also an important and indispensable tool for people to understand, convey opinions or messages. Effective communication is an essential component for educa...

Investigating the discursive construction of EFL learners’ motivation is a relatively new area of inquiry. Hence, there is a dearth of research into how foreign language learners’ discourse mediates their motivation construction. This study attempted to examine the discursive construction of two (one male and one female) Iranian EFL learners’ motivation in Shiraz University, Iran by examining t...

Reading motivation is a well-researched topic in relation to first language literacy development due to its influence on both reading processes and outcomes. In second language reading, the role of motivation has not been as thoroughly explored. The aim of this review of literature is to highlight established studies as well as recent explorations in some recurring areas of first and second lan...

Intercultural Education is a key feature in the development of inclusion strategies aimed at ethnically diverse students. Transformative approaches towards learning such as Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) are essential order to answer educative needs that arise due coexistence between ethnic minorities and mainstream society. Therefore, cultural historical representation these communities ...

The aim of this paper is to propose a methodological framework for incorporating multicultural education into foreign language teaching using task-based approach. presents three objectives achieving aim: (1) investigate the role in (FLT); (2) examine effectiveness approach promoting intercultural competence and understanding FLT; finally (3) provide recommendations integration FLT Ukraine, base...

As an important focus of modern language education, intercultural language learning reflects greater awareness of the inseparability of language and culture and the need for providing the learners with materials concerning teaching intercultural communication to enhance learners’ intercultural competence in an increasingly multicultural world. Proper development of a learners’ understanding of ...