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Vocabulary Building With L2 Students, 2002.
An overview of teachingvoccabulary to English as a second language (ESL) students.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, £ 62.95
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This paper is on the topic of ESL students and vocabulary. Often ESL students have limited vocabulary. What is the best computer program to teach vocabulary to ESL students? What methods work best? Studies concerning L2 students show that the best method is using multi-media methods with pictures, texts, and video.
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Theory of a Language Instinct, 2002.
Explains Steven Pinker's theory of a language instinct, partially derived from Noam Chomsky's work with generative/universal grammar.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 24.95
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The paper discusses Pinker's ideas expressed in his book "The Language Instinct", and explains the position of those who oppose his theory of language instinct and advocate a more or less behaviorist position in which nothing is "innate" in the mind.
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The Letter 'B', 2002.
Shows how the letter B has evovled with the change in reproduction technology.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper examines the development of the alphabetic letter B. It traces the evolution of its representation and appearance. This evolution is linked to changing forms of reproduction technology namely pre-printing, printing with movable type and digital production. Visual examples are also included.
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Mathematics and Language, 2002.
Compares and gives similarities of mathematics and language.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses the similarity between mathematics and language. Human languages have certain structures that facilitate the expression of ideas. These structures operate by the same rules as mathematics.
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Linguistic Expressions, 2002.
Linguistic expressions of shame and respect in Malagasy and Guugu Yimidhirr.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 30.95
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This paper shows that the languages of Malagasy and Guugu Yimidhirr are different and from different areas. The paper explains that they have a similar form of linguistic expression created through socialization and the acculturation of their societies over time.
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Slang, 2002.
A paper that defines the term slang.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper defines and explains the term slang, going on to give a few commonly used slang expressions spoken in the American culture. The paper in some detail defines the American slang, 'dude', giving its meaning, origin and usage.
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Aviation Jargon, 2002.
A look at the evolution of the jargon used in military aviation and its relevance outside the organization.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, £ 30.95
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This paper examines and analyzes jargon used in military aviation in terms of the pros and cons of the jargon, how it has evolved, how one acquires jargon, whether additions are made frequently, and whether aspects of the jargon have been applied outside the organization.
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Language and Mathematics, 2002.
A comparison between mathematical statements and language structures.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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This essay talks about the similarity between mathematical statements and language structures. What is essential to both is that there are fixed rules which determine what mathematical symbols have meaning and what do not. Language also functions in a similar way. As Keith Devlin states, all languages are variations on a single theme (Devlin 7). Thus, Both mathematics and language are governed by particular rules that are syntactically or structurally similar.
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Ebonics, 2002.
A look at the importance of the language Ebonics.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, £ 18.95
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This essay looks at the debate about Ebonics. Ebonics is a language with its own rules, and not slang or inferior English. Acknowledging, recognizing and understanding Ebonics could help the teaching process and make it easier for students to learn Standard English.
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The Word Length Effect, 2002.
Compares the explanations provided by two models regarding the word length effect.
1,025 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, £ 27.95
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The word length effect is a phenomenon that involves a human being's capacity to recall short words better than long words. Words that take less time to pronounce, therefore, are more easily remembered. There are two well-developed explanations of the word length effect. These are Baddeley's working memory model (WMM) and Nairne's feature model. This paper compares the predictions of each view concerning interactions between word length and irrelevant speech.
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" McTeague", 2002.
Discussion of the central theme in Frank Norris' novel "Mc Teague" and the role sexuality plays in the expression of the theme.
1,025 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, £ 27.95
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Sexuality is not a central theme in Frank Norris's novel "McTeague". So although sexuality does have a role to play in "McTeague", it is a comparatively minor one. The most important part for sexuality and the way Norris portrays it is as a sort of signpost or illumination to the grander passions of avarice and revenge that drives the central narrative.
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Study Of Linguistics, 2002.
An overview of the linguistic concepts of "commutation" and "complementary distribution".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 30.95
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Explains the concepts "commutation" and "complementary distribution" and illustrates their use in grammatical analysis.
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'A Wrinkle In Time', 2002.
A critical analysis of Madeleine L?Engle's novel.
340 words (approx. 1.4 pages), 0 sources, £ 12.95
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?A Wrinkle in Time?, by Madeleine L?Engle does not present all the aspects of a fantasy novel, however, it does employ many. The novel demonstrates both fantastical and science-fictional facets. These subjects are analyzed and placed into their respective genres. Theme, setting and language are examined and deconstructed. Examples are also given to show appropriate genre.
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"Furthermore the struggle is an attribute common to fantasy and it is shown in this book with Meg and the group fighting, and eventually destroying IT. Even though the quest is purely fantasy there are elements of science fiction present in the theme. The way the group travelled through outer space is a feature of science fiction. Also the concept of IT, the pulsating brain, controlling the people of Camazotz, and ?The Black Thing? fit into the realm of science fiction."
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Ebonics: A Language in Derision, 2001.
A discussion of both sides of the Ebonics debate and the controversy surrounding it.
952 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper delves into the heart of the Ebonics debate through reference to Baugh's essay, "A Contentious Global Debut." It focuses on the national and global contention surrounding Ebonics by citing the historical, political and technological influences involved in the development of Standard American English. It looks at how black supporters of Ebonics generally feel that acknowledging Ebonics as a legitimate language or dialect will improve the learning productivity rate of African American students. It also examines how detractors of Ebonics do not feel that Ebonics is a legitimate language or dialect and have consistently attempted to thwart all efforts of legitimizing the language due to its supposed lack of ?educational benefits?.
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"Prior to the 1996 Oakland, California school board controversy, few people had ever heard the term Ebonics. Of those who were familiar with the term, very few knew the actual origin and definition of the word. ?Many of the black supporters of Ebonics were aware of the term long before the Oakland school board introduced it into the global lexicon.? In Baugh?s ?A Contentious Global Debut,? he discusses the ?interpretive diversity? surrounding the educational, political, and economic views on Ebonics when it first became a subject of national concern."
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