Danh mục: Research Updates
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A humanistic approach to LCTLs materials development
Abstract This presentation describes a humanistic approach to materials development for Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTLs), drawing on the principles of humanistic language teaching and the framework for humanizing language learning materials outlined by Tomlinson (2003, 2023). By emphasizing personalization, cultural relevance, and emotional engagement, humanistic materials address the unique needs of LCTL learners, particularly…
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Facilitative use of classifiers in heritage Vietnamese (OA)
I am excited to announce the recent publication of our research on the online language processing of Vietnamese heritage speakers (HS). This collaborative effort with my esteemed MA supervisor delves into the intriguing world of how heritage language speakers utilize linguistic cues to comprehend their native language. The Power of Prenominal Classifiers Our study focused…
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Designing interactive language learning materials with H5P
High-quality instructional materials play a vital role in L2 learning and instruction. They not only provide learners with comprehensible input, opportunities to practice and use new language forms, and receive feedback on their progress, but good materials can also be motivating and engaging, which can help learners stay motivated and engaged in the learning process.…
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Lightning Talk at the 14th Heritage Language Research Institute in UCLA
[Video included] Nguyen, H., (2023, June 5-8). How do classifiers facilitate Vietnamese heritage speakers’ predictive processing? [Poster presentation]. The Fourteenth Heritage Language Research Institute, University of California, Los Angeles.
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An Overview of Vietnamese for Teachers of English Language Learners
I am happy to share a co-authored chapter focusing on the Vietnamese language in the recently published book “Primary Language Impact on Second Language and Literacy Learning: Linguistically Responsive Strategies for Classroom Teachers“
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The moderating role of language proficiency on visual attention in L2 communication
Collaborating with my academic advisor, Theres Gruter, and other classmates, I am excited to share our latest publication in the esteemed journal Studies in Second Language Acquisition. Our study replicated the findings of Birules et al 2020 and highlighted the impact of language proficiency on the gaze patterns of L2 learners during communication. Our results…
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Human Sentence Processing Conference in Pittsburgh, March 11 2023
I just came back from the conference on human sentence processing in Pittsburgh. I presented my research on predictive processing in Vietnamese heritage language learners.