Editors: Hanh thi Nguyen & Jean Kirschenmann
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Table of contents
Introduction, Hanh thi Nguyen & Jean Kirschenmann
Hypertext Literacy: Reading Strategies and Comprehension on the Internet, Mika Harashima
The Effectiveness of Computer Technology in Vocabulary Development, Kumi Matsushita Kojima
Authenticity in Language Assessment, Yunai “Amy” Wang
Some Vietnamese Students’ Problems with English Grammar: A Preliminary Study, Dan Van Dao
Book Review: Assessing Young Language Learners, Misuzu “Zuzu” Emura
Book Review: Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever, Rachel Liguzinski
Task-Based Instruction: From Concepts to the Classroom, Debra Powers
PROJECT-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING: A COLLECTION OF TEACHING ACTIVITIES:
Introduction, Hanh thi Nguyen
Health Awareness: Fast Food, Dung thi Nguyen; Is organic food really better for you? Nicole Otero
Social Issues: Pollution in Halong Bay, Vietnam, Dan Van Dao; Street children and beggars in Vietnam, Tai Vo; Inquiring about Shantytowns of Manila, Philippines, Danny Spencer; Writing Letters to the Editor, Louis K Wai
Cultural Awareness: Valentine’s Day, Yi-Jen “Christine” Wang; Understanding etiquette in different world settings, Yun-ai “Amy” Wang
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Volume 6, Issue 1, Spring 2008
Editors: Hanh thi Nguyen & Jean Kirschenmann
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Introduction by Jean Kirschenmann & Hanh thi Nguyen
Communicative Language Testing by Sieu Phan
The Construction of Native Speaker and Non-Native Speaker Identities in English Conversation by Nimabuchi
Personal Experience Narratives by Trang Hung Son
Finding Hidden Meaning in Mass Media through Critical Discourse Analysis and Implications for Language Teaching
by Dennis R. Chase
Integrating Content-Based and Experiential Language Learning in Teaching Activities (Collection)
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Volume 5, Issue 2, Fall 2007
Editors: Hanh thi Nguyen & Jean Kirschenmann
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Introduction by Jean Kirschenmann & Hanh thi Nguyen
Articulatory Pronunciation Problems with Vowels by Japanese Speakers of English: Insights from a Contrastive Analysis by Yoshie Nishikiori
The History of English in Australia by Nimabuchi
Writing in CALL: A Pilot Study on How Online Journaling Can Be Effective in Language Learning by Yoshie Nishikiori
Bringing Pedagogical Principles to the Classroom: An Essay on Student Motivation by Hye-Young Sung
Materials for Vocabulary and Grammar Development Based on the Principles of Input processing, Recycling, and Closed-task Output: Introduction by Catherine Sajna, Developing Vocabulary, by Dan Dao & Chiharu Iwamoto, Developing Grammar I: Simple Present Tense, by Alison Fukuchi, Tai Vo, & Chris Ferry, Developing Grammar II: Simple Past Tense, by Trang Hung Son, Dung thi Nguyen, & Edwin Davis, Jr.
Problem Solving Activities: Introduction by Hanh thi Nguyen, O‘ahu Coral Reefs by Alison Fukuchi, Endangered Species by Yoshie Nishikiori, and Homelessness in Hawai‘i by Sieu Phan
WebQuests: Introduction by Hanh thi Nguyen, School Search by Daniela Wagner, O‘ahu Traffic Problem by Alison Fukuchi, and Freedom Trail by Yoshie Nishikiori
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Volume 5, Issue 1, Spring 2007
Editors: Hanh thi Nguyen & Jean Kirschenmann
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Introduction by Jean Kirschenmann & Hanh thi Nguyen
Articulatory Training on Facial Movements Using the Webcam Pronunciation Mirror by Steven W. Carruthers
The Development of Interactional Competence in a Situated Practice by Japanese Learners of English as a Second Language by Keita Yagi
Corpus Linguistics: A Tool for a Critical Approach to Language Teaching? by Jennifer Johnson
Never-Ending Stories: A Teaching Unit for English Language Learners by Ri Ri (Lily) Kim
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Volume 4, Issue 2, Fall 2006
Editors: Hanh thi Nguyen & Carol Perrin
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Introduction by Hanh Thi Nguyen & Carol A. Perrin
Developing Vocabulary in Second Language Acquisition: From Theories to the Classroom by Jefferey G. Mehring
The English Copula Be: Japanese Learners’ Confusion by Sayuri Kusutani
Pronunciation Difficulties of Japanese Speakers of English: Predictions Based on a Contrastive Analysis by Steven W. Carruthers
Content-Based Instruction by Yoon (Christina) Heo
Genre-Based Approach to Teaching Writing by Miyoun (Sophia) Kim
Exploring Appreciative Inquiry by Eric Bentkowski & Marshall Yamaga
A Gamer’s Critique of Traditional Education and Implications for the ESL Classroom by Wentai Ye & Michelle DeVeau
Gender Issues in Computer-Mediated Communications by Alexander E. Dalampan
Lesson Plans: Travel by Hsiao (Isabelle) Chou
Lesson Plans: Everyday Language Functions for Immigrants to the U.S. by Kathryn Duke
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Volume 4, Issue 1, Spring 2006
Editors: Hanh thi Nguyen & Carol Perrin
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Introduction, Hanh Thi Nguyen & Carol A. Perrin
The Total Physical Response Method and Its Compatibility with Adult ESL Learners by Steven W. Carruthers
Modeling Reader-Based Prose: Topic Development Patterns in ESL Readings by Grant S. Agawa
The Implementation of Portfolio Assessment in an ESL/EFL Classroom by Sok-Han (Monica) Lau
A Brief History of the Bible in English: Translations before the King James Authorized Version by Inés Cristina Poblet
The History of English in New Zealand by Florian Rouch
Personal Development for Newly Arrived International Students in the US: Lesson Plans by Julia Cannistra
Using Authentic Printed Media: Lesson Plans by Michelle Dujka
Culture in EFL Teaching: Issues and Solutions by Sherene Ariffin