An integrated approach for teaching english morphology and syntax: the case of the lexeme “WATER”
This paper exemplifies an integrated approach, applied for teaching the theoretical English morphology and syntax to L2 learners, in this case, Thai learners. This research was designed with multiple approaches such as the theme-based approach, which was based on the lexeme “WATER” in L1 (Thai) an...
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| Language: | English |
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2015
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| Online Access: | https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/13297 |
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| Institution: | Mahidol University |
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| Summary: | This paper exemplifies an integrated approach, applied for teaching the theoretical English morphology and syntax to L2
learners, in this case, Thai learners. This research was designed with multiple approaches such as the theme-based
approach, which was based on the lexeme “WATER” in L1 (Thai) and L2 (English); an integrated approach of both having
a lecture and multiple in-class assignments based on the theory of transformative learning; the underlying theoretical
linguistic theories on English morphology and syntax; the theory of “Multiliteracies” of the New London Group; and the
theory of second language acquisition. With this integrated approach, learners can absorb the L2 (English) contents in
morphology and syntax with the current social and cultural contexts, along with the comparative and contrastive
understanding of the L1-L2 contents. In addition, the class instructor can also understand the learners’ background and see
whether they would use their L1 background in learning the L2 words and structures. In this research, the results revealed
that Thai learners have, more or less, applied their L1 (Thai) information and culture for generating the L2 (English)
outputs at different levels, depending on one’s own L2 experience. The results suggested that the integrated approach can
help advance Thai learners not only in linguistic theories, but also other interdisciplinary areas and liberal arts such as
society, culture, and translation. Furthermore, the information gained this research will help them advance the design for
future classes in theoretical linguistics |
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