This paper presents the basic principles of the interactive approach in reading, which is further adopted in Advanced English teaching. From the analysis, the paper concludes that it is necessary for teachers to insti...This paper presents the basic principles of the interactive approach in reading, which is further adopted in Advanced English teaching. From the analysis, the paper concludes that it is necessary for teachers to instill a sense of culture and genre in Advanced English teaching.展开更多
In cooperative learning students work with their peers to accomplish a shared goal through interdependence, interaction and team work among all group members rather than working alone. This article discusses the princ...In cooperative learning students work with their peers to accomplish a shared goal through interdependence, interaction and team work among all group members rather than working alone. This article discusses the principles and some key elements in cooperative learning.展开更多
Tandem learning via email and computer-mediated communication activities flanked standard frontal English lessons for Italian adult learners in Italy. It is here suggested that the combination of tandem learning, vari...Tandem learning via email and computer-mediated communication activities flanked standard frontal English lessons for Italian adult learners in Italy. It is here suggested that the combination of tandem learning, various communication activities performed on-line, and standard courses help mature students to boost their self-esteem, give them more autonomy, and enhance their motivation. Tandem learning, which is based on the principles of reciprocity and autonomy, is ideally suited for adult students. It helps overcome the problems connected to the affective reactions of adults, and at the same time, being content driven, offers a more natural setting to learn an L2 （second language） on a mutual supportive basis.展开更多
文摘This paper presents the basic principles of the interactive approach in reading, which is further adopted in Advanced English teaching. From the analysis, the paper concludes that it is necessary for teachers to instill a sense of culture and genre in Advanced English teaching.
文摘In cooperative learning students work with their peers to accomplish a shared goal through interdependence, interaction and team work among all group members rather than working alone. This article discusses the principles and some key elements in cooperative learning.
文摘Tandem learning via email and computer-mediated communication activities flanked standard frontal English lessons for Italian adult learners in Italy. It is here suggested that the combination of tandem learning, various communication activities performed on-line, and standard courses help mature students to boost their self-esteem, give them more autonomy, and enhance their motivation. Tandem learning, which is based on the principles of reciprocity and autonomy, is ideally suited for adult students. It helps overcome the problems connected to the affective reactions of adults, and at the same time, being content driven, offers a more natural setting to learn an L2 （second language） on a mutual supportive basis.
