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Vol. 8 No. 2 (2022)

Theory and Practice of Second Language Acquisition

Published: 2022-07-29

The purpose of the Preface to this new issue of Theory and Practice of Second Language Acquisition is twofold. Firstly, it offers a short introduction for new readers to familiarize them with the origins of the journal (a permanent element of the Preface). Secondly, the text provides a fairly detailed comment on the contents of the present issue.

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The present volume 8/2 offers a wide variety of interesting topics well-grounded in theoretical considerations and literature overviews, but importantly, also reporting on empirical projects carried out by researchers, some of them well-known scholars, others young aspiring academics. The articles selected also offer a variety of contexts in which the studies were conducted, ranging from that of our local Polish research to Iranian university studies, which are quite well-represented here. The opening text by Liliana Piasecka, entitled “When “grass was greener”: Longplay Album Covers and Learning English. A Retrospection,” at first sight looks like a sentimental journey into the world of music (which it is in part). The author’s aim is to demonstrate the power of experiential learning which combines elements of material culture that are meaningful to a learner and thus, that motivate him or her to learn a FL. The account is based on the author’s own reflections on her learning experiences and the impact of longplay album (LP) covers of the 1960s on her learning success. The text also offers  some practical ideas for a FL classroom.

more in the Preface

Number of Publications: 14
Full Issue

Title page and contents

Contents

Editorial Team
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | pp. 1-2


Journal Preface

Preface

Danuta Gabryś-Barker , Adam Wojtaszek
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | pp. 1-5


Articles

When “grass was greener”*: Longplay Album Covers and Learning English. A Retrospection

Liliana Piasecka
Language: EN | Published: 31-05-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-18

The Development of Language Skills in Speakers of English as an Additional Language. What Matters More, Daily Use or Age of Onset?

Luca Cilibrasi , Daniela Marková
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-22

The Relationship among Age-advanced Learners’ In-class Willingness to Communicate in English, Intrinsic Motivation, Classroom Environment and Teacher Immediacy—A Pilot Study

Anna Borkowska
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-25

Improving Student Engagement and Motivation: Perspectives of Iranian EFL Learners

Yahya Ghelichli , Seyyed Hassan Seyyedrezaei , Zari Sadat Seyyedrezaei
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-19

Investigating the Roles of the Four Sources of Self-Efficacy Beliefs in an EFL Listening Context

Hyang-Il Kim
Language: EN | Published: 01-06-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-25

Effects of Adjunct Model of Instruction on EAP Learners’ Reading Comprehension Skill

Mahzad Karimi , Elahe Ghorbanchian
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-19

The Effects of Mobile-mediated Explicit and Implicit Feedback on EFL Learners’ Use of English Prepositions

Danial Babajani Azizi , Nourollah Gharanjik, Mr. , Mahmood Dehqan, Dr.
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-19

Mentoring as Professional Development for Mentors

Aleksandra Szymańska-Tworek
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | Abstract | pp. 1-22


Reviews




Announcements

Style Guide

Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | pp. 1-3


Colophon

Colophon

Editorial Team
Language: EN | Published: 29-07-2022 | pp. 1


Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
Published: 2024-11-13


ISSN: 2450-5455
eISSN: 2451-2125
Logo DOI 10.31261/tapsla

Publisher
Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Śląskiego | University of Silesia Press

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