KOTESOL International Conference 2016
(Concurrent Session)
Carl Vollmer, Ritsumeikan Uji Junior and Senior High School
Using Transcription Activities to Promote Noticing
Abstract
This presentation discusses the use of transcriptions in an English communication class for learners preparing to go abroad in a Japanese high school immersion program. Transcriptions promoted learner noticing of strengths and weaknesses in their own communication ability. By noticing these aspects of their own language ability, learners were able to make adjustments and build on their communication ability. Data includes transcripts, as well as reflections and analysis from learners based on the activity. This presentation shows the use of transcription as a potentially valuable part of classroom instruction.
Biographicals
Carl Vollmer is an instructor of social studies and English at Ritsumeikan Uji Junior and Senior High School in Japan. He holds an MA in English Education/TESOL from Ritsumeikan University. His research interests include Task-Based Language Teaching, and using Conversations Analysis in the language classroom.
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