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I
Intrinsic MotivationMotivation in learning that comes from within. |
IPAInternational Phonetic Alphabet. A
Latin-alphabet based system of phonetic notation
devised to help standardize representation of the sounds of spoken language. |
J
JigsawA classroom activity involving different groups
of students reading or listening to different content. When they join together
as a group, they report back and compare what they have learned in order to
fully understand each part of the activity. |
JournalsA learning log where ESL students have the
opportunity to record material learned in the classroom and write about
feelings concerning their new language experiences. Teachers have a chance to
closely observe the journal for academic progress and second language
acquisition. |
L
L1Family language, or mother tongue. |
L2Second language, or a language that is not the mother. |
Language ItemThe smallest parts of a language, such as a new
vocabulary word. |