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“French Teachers Can Figure It Out”: Understanding French as a Second Language (FSL) Teachers’ Work in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic
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“French Teachers Can Figure It Out”: Understanding French as a Second Language (FSL) Teachers’ Work in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic
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In: Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics; Vol. 25 No. 1 (2022); 88-109 ; Revue canadienne de linguistique appliquée; Vol. 25 No. 1 (2022); 88-109 ; 1920-1818 ; 1481-868X (2022)
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Enhancing the Motivation and Classroom Engagement of EAP Learners in a Canadian Community College: A Participatory Action Research Approach
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Perspectives of Ontario School Board Administrators on Fostering Plurilingualism in Secondary Level International Languages Classrooms
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Exploring Trends in 21st Century Canadian K-12 French as Second Language Research: A Research Synthesis
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Exploring Trends in 21st Century Canadian K-12 French as Second Language Research: A Research Synthesis
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In: Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics; Vol. 22 No. 1 (2019): Special Issue: In Memory of Larry Vandergrift; 60-84 ; Revue canadienne de linguistique appliquée; Vol. 22 No. 1 (2019): Numéro spécial : à la mémoire de Larry Vandergrift; 60-84 ; 1920-1818 ; 1481-868X (2019)
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Learning More about our Learners: Comparing the Orientations and Attributes of Allophone and English Speaking Grade 6 FSL Learners ...
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Language Development in Personal and Social Systems: Second Language Development from an Autopoietic Systemic Perspective
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The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) in Canada: A Research Agenda
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In: Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics; Vol. 20 No. 1 (2017); 31-54 ; Revue canadienne de linguistique appliquée; Vol. 20 No. 1 (2017); 31-54 ; 1920-1818 ; 1481-868X (2017)
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Why AIM? - Educator Perspectives and Implementation of an Instructional Method for Teaching Core French as a Second Language in Ontario
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Exploring the dynamic relationship between the Accelerative Integrated Method (AIM) and the core French teachers who use it: Why agency and experience matter.
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In: Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics; Vol. 14 No. 2 (2011): Special Issue: Trends in Second Language Teaching and Education; 156-176 ; Revue canadienne de linguistique appliquée; Vol. 14 No. 2 (2011): Numéro spécial : Tendances en didactique des langues secondes et en formation des enseignant(e)s; 156-176 ; 1920-1818 ; 1481-868X (2012)
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Exploring the “Situation” of Situational Willingness to Communicate: A Volunteer Youth Exchange Perspective
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In: Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics; Vol. 13 No. 2 (2010); 1–26 ; Revue canadienne de linguistique appliquée; Vol. 13 No. 2 (2010); 1–26 ; 1920-1818 ; 1481-868X (2010)
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Research Perspectives on Core French: A Literature Review
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In: Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics; Vol. 12 No. 2 (2009) ; Revue canadienne de linguistique appliquée; Vol. 12 No. 2 (2009) ; 1920-1818 ; 1481-868X (2009)
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Why AIM? - Educator Perspectives and Implementation of an Instructional Method for Teaching Core French as a Second Language in Ontario
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Since 2003, the Canadian government has repeatedly called for research into innovative ways to teach Core French (CF) – a non-immersion program, where French as a Second Language (FSL) is taught on a daily basis, or a few times per week. This exploratory study investigates the driving forces behind the widespread popularity of a CF method called the Accelerative Integrated Method (AIM), which combines target language use with gestures, high-frequency vocabulary, and drama to accelerate the development of fluency from the onset of classroom instruction. In order to learn more about the “meaningfulness” of this growing trend (Fullan, 2007), this mixed-method inquiry attempts to shift the focus from product to process, comparing educator perspectives and AIM implementation within two Ontario contexts: (a) where AIM was mandated for elementary (Grades 4-6) FSL instruction, and (b) where AIM was an optional method for FSL teachers to use (or not). Survey and interview data were collected from and triangulated across a variety of educators from both contexts, including FSL consultants (n = 18), principals (n = 8), CF teachers (n = 9), and one Ontario Ministry of Education representative. Four semi-structured interviews and multiple observations were also conducted with those CF teachers who were using AIM (n = 8). An additional CF teacher who had attempted to use AIM, and had subsequently rejected it, was also interviewed. Findings showed that AIM implementation and educator perspectives did not vary significantly based on whether AIM was mandated or optional for CF instruction. A clear preference emerged towards using AIM and the accompanying resources during the beginning stages of CF instruction. Discussion about the growing popularity of AIM was positive; however, it also exposed a range of emotions about when and how AIM should be used. In terms of implementation, while some AIM routines, activities, and strategies were used by all, each AIM teacher exercised their agency while using the method, supplementing and adapting for different reasons. Implications include the need to reexamine the objectives of micro-level AIM policies, recognize the adaptability of AIM, and consider including detailed observations in future research linking AIM to student achievement. ; PhD
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Keyword:
0727; Accelerative Integrated Method (AIM); agency; Core French; educational change; French as a second language (FSL); instructional method; second language teaching
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URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1807/33909
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