scholarly journals GIVING VOICE TO OUR CORE FRENCH STUDENTS: IMPLICATIONS FOR ATTRITION AND THE DISCOURSE ON THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING FSL IN ONTARIO

2020 ◽  
Vol 54 (3) ◽  
pp. 519-541
Author(s):  
Stephanie Arnott
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Student Motivation ◽  
Motivation To Learn ◽  
Motivating Factors ◽  
The Core ◽  
Core French

This article explores student motivation to learn French as a second language (FSL) in school. Ontario Grade 9 students (N = 63) were surveyed on their intention to (dis)continue studying French in the Core French (CF) program in Grade 10 when FSL becomes optional. Survey participants shared their reasoning, and a subset (n = 7) took part in a focus group. Although motivating factors to (dis)continue in CF align with previous studies, participants openly contemplated the relevance of these factors to their lives. In response, this article explores the discourse on the benefits of learning French and debates its applicability to adolescent FSL learners. The implications for efforts to address CF attrition and promote FSL learning are also discussed.

The Effectiveness of Using the Group Investigation Model in Improving Mathematics Motivation in SMK Dwi Tunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
pp. 154-163
Author(s):  
Fadilah ◽  
Halomoan, T.H ◽  
Priyanda, R
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Student Motivation ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Motivation To Learn ◽  
Learn Mathematic ◽  
Mathematics Motivation ◽  
Process Observation

This research aims to find out whether by applying a group investigation leraning model can increase student’s motivation to learn mathematic grade X in SMK Dwi Tunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa. The research instruments used were observation and questioner. The observations used are statements of the learning process. Observation consists of observation sheets on the effectiveness of student learning, and observation of student learning motivation.The population this study is Students Class off X SMK Dwi Tunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa, while the sample in this study was a class off X-AP SMK Dwi Tunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa. From the results of the study can be seen an in crease student motivation to learn mathimatics by using a learning model of investigation b 75% at the first meeting and is categorized as effective, while at the second meeting it reaches 80% and is categorized as effective. Thereofere the use of the group investigation learning model is effective in creasing the motivation to learn mathematic in students of SMK Dwi Tunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa.  

PENGEMBANGAN VARIASI MENGAJAR DALAM MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 696-714
Author(s):  
ARIANTI Arianti
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Student Motivation ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teaching Styles ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Motivation To Learn ◽  
Strategic Role ◽  
Strong Motivation ◽  
The Individual

Abstract. This journal discusses the development of variations in teaching in increasing learning motivation. The learning process is an activity that involves an individual (physical and spiritual), learning activities are never carried out without a strong motivation or motivation from within the individual or from outside the individual who participates in learning activities. Therefore, the learning process requires the development and use of variations in teaching to generate student motivation. Variations in teaching include variations in teaching styles, variations in media and materials, and variations in teaching and learning interactions. Motivation has a very important role in learning activities, there is no learning activity without motivation, therefore motivation has a strategic role in achieving the goals or results of learning. Keywords: Development Of Teaching Variations and Motivation to Learn

scholarly journals What is special about L3 processing?

2013 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 130-144 ◽  
Author(s):  
KEES DE BOT ◽  
CAROL JAENSCH
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Language Processing ◽  
Language Use ◽  
Fundamental Question ◽  
Third Language ◽  
The Core ◽  
Dynamic Perspective ◽  
Core Issue ◽  
The Brain ◽  
Over Time

While research on third language (L3) and multilingualism has recently shown remarkable growth, the fundamental question of what makes trilingualism special compared to bilingualism, and indeed monolingualism, continues to be evaded. In this contribution we consider whether there is such a thing as a true monolingual, and if there is a difference between dialects, styles, registers and languages. While linguistic and psycholinguistic studies suggest differences in the processing of a third, compared to the first or second language, neurolinguistic research has shown that generally the same areas of the brain are activated during language use in proficient multilinguals. It is concluded that while from traditional linguistic and psycholinguistic perspectives there are grounds to differentiate monolingual, bilingual and multilingual processing, a more dynamic perspective on language processing in which development over time is the core issue, leads to a questioning of the notion of languages as separate entities in the brain.

Parameters or cues?

2004 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
BRIAN MACWHINNEY
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Hebbian Learning ◽  
Universal Grammar ◽  
Back Propagation ◽  
Parameter Setting ◽  
Functional Categories ◽  
The Core ◽  
Over Time

Truscott and Sharwood Smith (henceforth T&SS) attempt to show how second language acquisition can occur without any learning. In their APT model, change depends only on the tuning of innate principles through the normal course of processing of L2. There are some features of their model that I find attractive. Specifically, their acceptance of the concepts of competition and activation strength brings them in line with standard processing accounts like the Competition Model (Bates and MacWhinney, 1982; MacWhinney, 1987, in press). At the same time, their reliance on parameters as the core constructs guiding learning leaves this model squarely within the framework of Chomsky's theory of Principles and Parameters (P&P). As such, it stipulates that the specific functional categories of Universal Grammar serve as the fundamental guide to both first and second language acquisition. Like other accounts in the P&P framework, this model attempts to view second language acquisition as involving no real learning beyond the deductive process of parameter-setting based on the detection of certain triggers. The specific innovation of the APT model is that changes in activation strength during processing function as the trigger to the setting of parameters. Unlike other P&P models, APT does not set parameters in an absolute fashion, allowing their activation weight to change by the processing of new input over time. The use of the concept of activation in APT is far more restricted than its use in connectionist models that allow for Hebbian learning, self-organizing features maps, or back-propagation.

scholarly journals Switches to English during French Service Encounters: Relationships with L2 French Speakers’ Willingness to Communicate and Motivation

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie McNaughton ◽  
Kim McDonough
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Service Provider ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Willingness To Communicate ◽  
Service Encounters ◽  
Motivation To Learn

This exploratory study investigated second language (L2) French speakers’ service encounters in the multilingual se ing of Montreal, specifically whether switches to English during French service encounters were related to L2 speakers’ willingness to communicate or motivation. Over a two-week period, 17 French L2 speakers in Montreal submitted online questionnaires after they concluded service encounters that they had initiated in French. Their willingness to communicate in French was higher when the service provider did not switch to English; however, the frequency of English switches was not related to their general motivation to learn French. Possible reasons for language switches are explored, and pedagogical implications are highlighted. Ce e étude exploratoire porte sur des consultations qu’ont eues des locuteurs de français L2 dans le milieu plurilingue qu’est Montréal; plus précisément, les auteures se penchent sur la question de savoir si les transferts du français vers l’anglais pendant les consultations étaient liés à la volonté des locuteurs L2 à communiquer ou à la motivation. Au cours d’une période de deux semaines, 17 locuteurs de français L2 à Montréal ont complété des questionnaires en ligne après avoir eu des consultations qu’ils avaient initiées en français. Ils étaient plus motivés à communiquer en français quand le fournisseur de services ne passait pas à l’anglais; toutefois, la fréquence des transferts vers l’anglais n’était pas liée à leur motivation générale pour apprendre le français. Les auteures évoquent des raisons possibles pour le passage à l’anglais et en soulignent les répercussions pédagogiques. 

scholarly journals Pengaruh Intensitas Bimbingan Orang Tua dan Sarana Prasarana Terhadap Motivasi Belajar Siswa Serta Implikasinya Pada Prestasi Belajar Siswa (Survei Pada Mata Pelajaran Kewirausahaan di Smk Ulil Albab Depok Kabupaten Cirebon)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mokhammad Wahyudin
Keyword(s):  
Student Achievement ◽  
Student Motivation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Learning Motivation ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Motivation To Learn ◽  
Learning Achievement ◽  
Parental Guidance ◽  
Positive Effect

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the intensity of parental guidance and infrastructure to the students' motivation and their implications for student achievement Smk Ulil Albab Cirebon Depok. The purpose of this study are: 1) To find a picture of student achievement, the intensity of parental guidance, facilities and students' motivation to learn; 2) To determine the effect intensity of parental guidance and infrastructure to student motivation and its implications on learning achievement. The method used is descriptive survey method verification. Data collected through questionnaires. In this study were used as the student population is Smk Ulil Albab Cirebon Depok many as 1556 people. The sample was 318 people. By using a sampling technique that is proportional random sampling. Based on the calculation and analysis of data, it can be concluded that: 1) Overview of learning achievement Students medium category, the intensity of parental guidance category is, the infrastructure category is, and student motivation sedang.2 category) there is a positive influence on the intensity of parental guidance and infrastructure on the students motivation. 3) There is no positive effect of the intensity of parental guidance on motivation to learn. 4) There is a positive effect of infrastructure study on motivation to learn. 5) There is no positive effect of the intensity of parental guidance, infrastructure and learning motivation on learning achievement. 6) There is no positive effect of the intensity of parental guidance on learning achievement. 7) There is no positive effect of infrastructure on student achievement. 8) There is no positive effect of learning motivation on student achievement.

scholarly journals Novice teachers’ perspectives on the use of languages in French as a second language classes that include English language learners: A longitudinal view

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 82-95
Author(s):  
Callie Mady
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Second Language ◽  
Novice Teachers ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Bachelor Of Education ◽  
Longitudinal View ◽  
Core French ◽  
Teachers Perspectives

In the Canadian context, although most considerations of the home-target language use divide are centred on the presence of English in French Second Language (FSL) programs, the increasing number of immigrants has provided impetus to extend the discussion to include the use of languages beyond Canada’s official languages.  With the use of questionnaires with novice teachers pre and post Bachelor of Education programs and interviews for three years hence, this study sought to explore novice teachers’ perspectives on the use of languages in the FSL classes that include English language learners (ELL). Novice teachers remained consistent in identifying the need to maximize French use, minimize English use, and include languages from students’ language repertoires as useful means to support the FSL acquisition of ELLs. In addition, the novice teacher participants revealed a preference for ELLs to be included in core French as opposed to immersion programming. 

scholarly journals IMPACT OF FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT ON THE CONFIDENCE OF YOUNG LEARNERS IN THE SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSROOM

1970 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 139
Author(s):  
Olja R. Milošević ◽  
Marina S. Cvetković
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Language Acquisition ◽  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Motivation ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Young Learners ◽  
Assessment Tasks ◽  
Language Classroom

The aim of this paper is to explore the benefits of formative assessment and to show how formative assessment tasks can impact confidence and motivation of young learners in the second language classroom. It presents a small scale study and its findings indicate that students perform much better if they receive feedback on their performance on a regular basis and that formative assessment tasks could be a way to enhance student motivation and thus improve language acquisition.

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