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Gabrielatos, C. (2005). Corpora and language teaching: Just a fling, or
wedding bells? TESL-EJ, 8(4), A1, 1-37. |
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Abstract Electronic language corpora, and their
attendant computer software, are proving increasingly influential in language
teaching as sources of language descriptions and pedagogical materials.
However, few teachers are clear about their nature or their relevance to
language teaching. This paper defines corpora and their types, discusses
their contribution to language learning and teaching, and provides examples
of their use in class. It also outlines the changes in knowledge, skills and
attitudes that are needed for learners and teachers to take advantage of the
opportunities offered by the availability of corpus resources. Finally, the
paper discusses the limitations of using corpora in language teaching, and
the potential pitfalls arising from their uncritical use. Although the paper
refers to research and teaching materials and procedures relevant to English
language teaching (ELT) it addresses issues related to language teaching in
general. |
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Key words Corpora, concordances, collocations, grammar, reading,
learner autonomy, discovery techniques, language awareness, English language
teaching, language teaching methodology, EFL, ESL, EAP, ESP, ESOL, ELT,
TESOL. |
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Related
articles by the same author |
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Gabrielatos, C. (2003). Grammar, grammars and intuitions in ELT: A
second opinion. IATEFL Issues 170,
2-3. |
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Gabrielatos, C. & Sarmento,
S. (2006). Central modals in an aviation corpus: Frequency
and distribution. Letras de Hoje 41(2), 215-240. |
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Related
conference papers by the same author |
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Gabrielatos, C. (2003). Conditional sentences: ELT typology and corpus
evidence. Paper given at the 36th Annual BAAL Meeting, University of Leeds, UK, 4-6
September 2003. |
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on the same topic |
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Integrating corpus consultation in language
studies. Language Learning and
Technology 9(2), 111-125. |
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Thesis on the
same topic |
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Ciobanu, D-I. (2006). Acquiring
Reading Skills in a Foreign Language in a Multilingual, Corpus-Based
Environment. Unpublished PhD thesis, University of Leeds, UK. |
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