Journal Articles: TESOL Review, 2010

Posted on 13th April 2011 in Linguistic Discussion

Full reference: Pollard, Andee. (2010). English and the Korean Learner: A Question of Wants, Needs and Intelligibility. TESOL Review, 2, 75-96.

Abstract: This paper looks at how the Korean learner of English perceives a selection of English varieties – General American English, Indian English, Irish English, Korean English and Received Pronunciation – as well as how intelligible these same varieties are perceived. It is through understanding the perceptions of our students that Click here to read more.. »

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Conference Notes: Linguistics and Education

Posted on 4th April 2011 in Language Teachers, Linguistic Discussion

Over the last year or so I have given papers at a number of conferences throughout the region. These conferences have primarily involved discussions within TESOL and Applied Linguistics but have also crossed-over into the related realms of general education, lifelong learning and learning disorders.

There have been some great presentations at the conferences I’ve attended (..and some not-so-great!). Click here to read more.. »