Science Essays

In the globalization era, we have to be able speak more than one language. At least we could speak English fluently because English is a language which is used by almost all over the worlds. Therefore, English start to be learned in a young age, especially in Non-English native countries. People believe that when second […]

Various documents are utilized by organizations in order to communicate with staff, suppliers, and buyers. For this assignment, I will be utilizing publications from three mobile operators (O2, T-Mobile, and Orange) and two different documents from each company. The purpose of the O2 sales brochure is to attract attention and encourage potential new customers to […]

Cross-linguistic Similarity And Transfer In Foreign Language Learning Contentss: Abstract 3 Introduction 4 Method Cross-linguistic similarity and its types: Definition of cross-linguistic similarity 5 Actual, perceived and assumed similarities 7 Functional / semantic and formal similarity 9 Similarity, contrast, and zero dealingss 11 Transportation and its types: Definition of transportation 13 Linguistic relativity, conceptual transportation, […]

There are several theories relating age and second language acquisition.  Some language experts say that age directly affects second language learning, while others argue that age is not a factor in second language learning.

“Intelligence rules the world, ignorance carries the burden” (Marcus Garvey). According to Kofi Atta Annan (Order of St Michael and St George), a Ghanaian diplomat who served as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations and world renown author “literacy is a bridge from misery to hope. It is a tool for daily life in […]

Factors influencing the learning of a second/foreign language Some students learn a new language quickly and easily than others. This simple fact reflects the hard work and persistence of the learner. However there are other crucial factors influencing the success that are totally beyond the control of the learner. These factors can be categorized as: […]

The Interaction Hypothesis (IH) is attributed to Michael Long (1981) is based primarily on the work of Stephen Krashen and Evelyn Hatch. Long emphasized the importance of comprehensible input that was central to Krashen’s Input Hypothesis but claimed that this input was most likely to be acquired during interactions which involved discourse modifications. This claim […]

Summary: The article suggests that popular television series can boost enthusiasm and stimulate quick and effective vocabulary learning in students. These shows can act as powerful instruments for managing time effectively and creating unforgettable experiences to enrich student’s education. By embedding vocabulary within a significant context, it greatly improves the results related to student engagement […]

Contrastive Analysis (CA) is an approach to the study of SLA which involves predicting and explaining learner problems based on a comparison of L1 and L2 to determine similarities and differences. It was heavily influenced by theories which were dominant in linguistics and psychology within the USA through the 1940s and 1950s, Structuralism and Behaviorism. […]

Nowadays, all people say that English is the most essential and easiest language that people could use to communicate in different countries. As I read thoroughly the two articles, which are called “ English seen as a Co-star among Global Language” and “Can English be Dethroned”, I’ve found out that people more commonly accept using […]

BILINGUAL CHILDREN STORY BOOK : A FUNCTIONAL LINGUISTIC PERSPECTIVE OF LEARNING ENGLISH Agnes Widyaningrum, SE, M. Pd Abstract Indonesian children are born as bilingual even multilingual children because Indonesia is a rich country having many different cultures. As one of cultural products, language can be learnt through various ways, one example is by reading children […]

Singapore is a relatively young nation, where its rapid economic development has wowed many from all over the world, and has attracted much attention. The economic milestones it has reached, in addition to its uniqueness as a multiracial and cosmopolitan society, has put its name on the world map, albeit being a very small country […]

Critically evaluate Gardner and Lambert’s theory of instrumental and integrative motivation as a key influencing factor in Second Language Acquisition During the process of studying second language, Gardner and Lambert’s theory about instrumental and integrative motivation has a significant impact on different learners. As Falk (2000; cited in Norris-Holt, 2001) states that if learners aim […]

1Introduction Learning manners or learning preferences refer to specific approaches, behaviors, and problem-solving methods that scholars use in their learning process (Cassidy, 2004; Cohen, 2003; Oxford et al., 1991; Oxford, 2003). Scholars have different learning styles, including visual, auditory, hands-on, and kinesthetic ones. While researchers argue that no style is superior to others (Gregore as […]

The knowledge of language is one of the most important and necessary skills a person needs to have especially in modern society. This is because humans, like most other animals, are social beings and we are constantly bombarded by written and oral language just by walking outside of our homes. We need language, in simple […]

The spread of English is considered to be evidence of linguistic imperialism. Nowadays there are a lot of opinions connected with the problem of spreading English all over the world. Some people approve it but there are those who are against of it. Today the only language pretended to the role of the language of […]

Is there a lesson we can learn from the Amish about how to teach our children literacy skills? This article suggests a different approach, emphasizing the importance of family connections in early learning. It advocates starting to build basic literacy skills from a very young age, when a child’s brain is most receptive to learning. […]

Mother Tongue, by Amy Tan I am not a scholar of English or literature. I cannot give you much more than personal opinions on the English language and its variations in this country or others. I am a writer. And by that definition, I am someone who has always loved language. I am fascinated by […]

The essay delves into the similarities and differences between the United States and the Philippines in several areas such as norms, values, beliefs, religion, economics, and more. Both countries are sociologically fascinating due to these factors. In terms of language usage, English and Spanish are prevalent in the US while Filipino and English plus eight […]

It is undeniable that English is beginning to become a global language in most parts of the world by and large. It is spoken frequently especially in developed countries for instance The United States of America and The Republic of China. This is an inescapable process of globalisation. However, according to many experts in linguistics, […]

The significance of the English language lies in its global usage and popularity which has been accelerated by modernization and westernization. It has grown through various sources such as conversations, books, films, TV and radio programs, and the internet due to its rich history and flexibility (Robert Dessaix, 21/01/2006). English plays an important role in […]

In the Philippine educational system, bilingualism is a norm. Thus, assessing the performance of public high school students in learning English determines the feasibility of using it as a standard language for teaching. Although it may seem impossible, theoretical studies can prove its effectiveness. Various factors such as constitutional laws, studies, and facts support the […]