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Connecting Across Borders: Creating Creative, Community Experiences for Students
Kara Mac Donald (Defense Language Institute, USA) Abstract The varying sub-competencies of linguistic competence are best achieved by engaging in or accessing authentic language interactions, not interactions crafted for the classroom. When students and...Basic page July 28, 2024
Flipping Tertiary Freshman English Learning in Taiwan with American TV Series
Cheng-Yi Eric Lin (National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan) Abstract I believe that interest plays a crucial role in L2 learning (Chan, 2020; Chen et al., 2022; Huang et al., 2020; Tin, 2016; Wong et al., 2020). In this study, I explore the use of American TV series...Basic page July 30, 2024
A Comprehensive Overview of Contemporary English Teacher Training in Mongolia
Daniel Lindbergh Lang (U.S. Peace Corps Mongolia / Metropolitan Education Department, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia) Nyamsuren Sainjargal (Metropolitan Education Department, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia) Aldarmaa Sodnomdarjaa (General Authority for Education, Mongolia)...Basic page July 30, 2024
Using AI Chatbots to Practice Spoken Interaction for Engineering ELLs
Daniel Portman (Azrieli College of Engineering Jerusalem, Israel) Hannah Landes (Azrieli College of Engineering Jerusalem, Israel) Abstract At the Azrieli College of Engineering Jerusalem, the English for Purposes of International Communication (EPIC)...Basic page July 30, 2024
Triumph Through Turmoil: The Unyielding Spirit of Palestinian Educators
Anastasia Khawaja (Arab American University, Palestine) Amanda Khalaf (Arab American University, Palestine) Abstract In this presentation, we discuss our approach to educating in Palestine. Due to the reality of occupation, Palestinians face multifaceted...Basic page July 30, 2024
Student Engagement and Connection in Academic English Hyflex Classrooms: Stories and Reflections
Grace Yuwono (Western Sydney University College, Australia) Abstract The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly disrupted higher education delivery. The pandemic has prompted a seemingly hasty move from traditional classroom environments to...Basic page July 30, 2024
Listening to Connect: Active and Empathetic Listening Exercises for ELT
Cheryl Woelk (Collective Joy Consulting, Korea) Abstract In this workshop, I invite participants to explore two essential listening skills for learners highlighted in peace linguistics-related literature: active listening and empathetic listening. I will...Basic page July 31, 2024
Designing Simulations for Collaborative Language Practice
Cheryl Woelk (Collective Joy Consulting, Korea) Abstract Language learning activities that promote collaboration and cooperation reflect real-life language skills more effectively than the competitive games often used in language classes. Simulation...Basic page July 31, 2024
Creating Interactive Workbooks Using Google Slides
Corrine Trieste Spencer (SUNY Korea) Abstract In this workshop, participants will explore how to create engaging online interactive workbooks using Google Slides. Attendees will receive preliminary templates and practical ideas to streamline their design process...Basic page July 31, 2024
Enhancing SDG Knowledge and Writing Skills Through CLIL: A Qualitative Analysis
Barry Kavanagh (Tohoku University, Japan) Satsuki Kojima (Miyagi University, Japan) Abstract We examined improvements in content knowledge acquisition and essay writing proficiency of 64 students enrolled in CLIL Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) courses....Basic page July 31, 2024
Linguistic and Cultural Studies as Means of Successful Development of Intercultural Competence
Aleksei Nekhaev (Shinawatra University, Thailand) Abstract In this study, I explore the role of linguistic and cultural studies (as an independent subject in higher education settings) in the successful development of intercultural competence. By examining the...Basic page July 31, 2024
Promoting Dialogic Pedagogy in Indonesian Tahfiz-Based Islamic Boarding Schools: Challenges and Opportunities
Siti Fathonah Wijayanti (The University of Melbourne, Australia) Abstract In this research, I explore the integration of critical thinking (CT) in tahfiz-based Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia through a dialogic pedagogical approach, focusing on the...Basic page July 31, 2024
Experiential Learning in ESP: An Example of an English Guided Tour Course
Pei Yi Wu (National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan) Abstract The design of ESP courses aims to equip learners with the technical terms and practical sentence structures needed in the workplace. In this online poster, I will use the English for Guided Tour...Basic page July 31, 2024
The Perception Experiment of Foreign-Accented English
Yuying Kang (Shanxi Datong University, China / Jeonju University, Korea) Abstract In this experiment, we examined factors influencing listeners' perceptions of foreign accents in English. We used 119 sentences, sourced from Belfast, Leeds, and London in the IViE...Basic page July 31, 2024
Accelerating Comprehension: The Role of Audio Speed in Multimodal Second Language Learning
Mayumi Kajiura (Nagoya City University, Japan) Abstract In this study, I explore the impact of multimodal input on second language acquisition, focusing on whether simultaneous presentation of reading comprehension texts and audio at varying speeds affects...Basic page July 31, 2024
Enhancing EFL Oral Communication Through Interpreting Skills
Yi Chun Liu (National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan) Abstract In this study, I explored the integration of interpreting skills into English language teaching to enhance non-English major college students' oral communication abilities. I divided sixty-two freshman...Basic page July 31, 2024
Diverse Knowledge in Action: Using Infographics to Teach Process Analysis
Tamara Roose (California State University, San Bernardino, USA) Abstract Infographics are visual representations of information that communicate ideas in a clear, simple way (Lankow et al., 2012; Smicklas, 2012). This can enhance language learners’ communication...Basic page July 31, 2024
“How Should I Read This?”: Exploring the Role of Culture in Reading
Tamara Roose (California State University, San Bernardino, USA) Abstract Unlike linguistic differences, cultural differences and how they might impact reading often go unnoticed. Educators and students may not easily recognize or articulate when reading issues...Basic page July 31, 2024
Poster Sessions
Overview Schedule Concurrent Sessions | Featured Sessions | Online Sessions | Student Showcase Saturday, 2:30-3:20 p.m. Lobby Chen, Mei-Rong Alice, "Engaging EFL Learners Through Digital Multimodal Song Creation With GenAI" Epps, Valencia. "...Basic page 2024 National Conference July 31, 2024
The Impact of Daily English Exposure on Article Usage: A Comparative Study of EFL and ESL Learners
Rena Yamamoto (Nagoya City University, Japan) Tomomi Sugai (Nagoya City University, Japan) Mayumi Kajiura (Nagoya City University, Japan) Abstract In this study, we compared the influence of living circumstances, particularly the amount of second-language...Basic page August 1, 2024
The Impact of Background Music on Language Learning
Tanauchi Moe (Nagoya City University, Japan) Taichi Sakai (Nagoya City University, Japan) Kubota Koyuki (Nagoya City University, Japan) Mayumi Kajiura (Nagoya City University, Japan) Abstract In this study, we investigate the impact of...Basic page August 1, 2024
Decoding the Impact of Illustrations on Vocabulary Retention: Analyzing Japanese EFL Learners' Memorization Strategies
Taichi Sakai (Nagoya City University, Japan) Kubota Koyuki (Nagoya City University, Japan) Tanauchi Moe (Nagoya City University, Japan) Mayumi Kajiura (Nagoya City University, Japan) Abstract In this study, we explore the effectiveness of...Basic page August 1, 2024
Unraveling the Impact of Note-Taking on Listening Comprehension Across Text Difficulty Levels in EFL Learners
Tomomi Sugai (Nagoya City University, Japan) Rena Yamamoto (Nagoya City University, Japan) Mayumi Kajiura (Nagoya City University, Japan) Abstract While some previous studies have suggested that note-taking may impair performance, the effect of note-...Basic page August 1, 2024
Project Books: Powerful Tools for Keeping Knowledge
Julie Ocden Banaue (Lac Hong Bilingual School, Vietnam) Abhishek Rajamanickam (Lac Hong Bilingual School, Vietnam) Abstract Project books enormously increase students' interest in working with foreign language and facts--and more. They are a wonderful way of...Basic page August 1, 2024
Evaluating the Efficacy of Writing vs. Sight Methods in Vocabulary Memorization
Koyuki Kubota (Nagoya City University, Japan) Tanauchi Moe (Nagoya City University, Japan) Taichi Sakai (Nagoya City University, Japan) Mayumi Kajiura (Nagoya City University, Japan) Abstract Vocabulary memorization plays a crucial role in second...Basic page August 1, 2024