Tuesday, 29 September 2009

Carbon Footprint: 碳足跡

A carbon footprint is "the total set of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions caused directly and indirectly by an individual, organization, event or product" [1]. For simplicity of reporting, it is often expressed in terms of the amount of carbon dioxide, or its equivalent of other GHGs, emitted. see Wiki (Eng)

碳足跡是指每個人、每個家庭或每家公司日常釋放的溫室氣體數量(以二氧化碳即CO2的影響為單位),用以衡量人類活動對環境的影響。 維基相關資訊

Carbon Footprint: "Sand"

Friday, 18 September 2009

This is my recent reading booklist.


This is my recent reading booklist.

 


Tse, S. K., Cheung, C. W. Y., Loh, E. K. Y. & Lui, W. L. (2008). Chinese language education for students with special learning needs: school-based curriculum, teaching materials and teaching methods. Hong Kong: Hong Kong University Press.(pp1-210).


Tse, S. K. (2007).The curricular reform and textbook development of the Chinese Language in Hong Kong. In X. Liu, W.Ni & Z. Hung (Eds.), A study of first language textbooks. China: Jiangsu Education Publishing House. (pp. 245-261).


Tse, S. K. (Ed.). (2006). The spoken language development of Hong Kong preschool children. Hong Kong: Hong Kong University Press.


Tse, S. K., Ki, W. W., Shum, S. K. Mark., Lin, X. P. (2006). Research on teaching and learning developments of CKC Chinese computer input system. Guangdong: Guangdong Province Education Publisher.


Abstract

 





Second language learning theories

Mitchell, Rosamond and Myles, Florence (2004) Second language learning theories, London, UK: New York, USA, Arnold Publishers: Oxford University Press, 313pp.
http://eprints.soton.ac.uk/12312/



Abstract



Book Description An introduction to the field of second language learning for students without a substantial background in linguistics, this book became an instant success when it was first published in 1998, and was immediately hailed by the academic community as one of the clearest expositions of current theory in the field of second language learning. Written by an educationalist specialising in the teaching of a second language, and a linguist specialising in second language acquisition, this new edition of 'Second Language Learning Theories' provides an up-to-date introductory survey of the most active and significant theoretical perspectives on the subject.


Synopsis Second Language Learning Theories is an introduction to the field of second language learning for students without a substantial background in linguistics. Drawing on the expertise of both a specialist in the teaching of second languages and a linguist specializing in second language acquisition, this textbook provides an up-to-date introductory survey of the most active and significant perspectives on the subject. In this new edition, the authors have revised and updated the text throughout to reflect the substantial developments that have taken place in the field in recent years. New studies have been incorporated as examples and there is more material on work in L2 phonology and lexis, as well as syntax. The evaluation sections in each chapter have been expanded and generally the book is rebalanced in favour of newer material. The first edition quickly established itself as the textbook of choice for students new to second language learning. The updates and revisions in this new edition ensure that the book remains as fresh, engaging and useful as the day it was first published.


Research Method books



Cohen, L., Manion, L., & Morrison, K. (2007). Research methods in education (6th ed.). London ; New York: Routledge.



Creswell, J. W. (2009). Research design: qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, Calif: Sage Publications.



de Vaus, D. A. (2001). Research design in social research. London: Sage Publications.



Gorard, S. (2008). Quantitative research in education. London: SAGE.



Kerlinger, F. N. (1969). Foundations of behavioral research: educational and psychological inquiry. London: Holt, Rinehart and Winston.



Krathwohl, D. R. (1998). Methods of educational and social science research : an integrated approach (2nd ed.). New York: Longman.



McMillan, J. H., & Schumacher, S. (2001). Research in education : a conceptual introduction (5th ed.). New York: Longman.



Punch, K. (1998). Introduction to social research : quantitative and qualitative approaches. London: Sage Publications.




CACLER website

PIRLS 2001 International Report

Articles from RISAL

Gardner second langugae learning

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Course outline of EDUR7053

Visit the link. it's a Google docs... don't know how to download or convert to Word doc.

Thursday, 17 September 2009

Friday, 11 September 2009

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New links are added at the side include "YouTube", "Wikipedia", "Facebook" and others. Wish the small linkage can help you. Please share your bookmarks at that corner.

My research area

My research is about the relation between Chinese reading and writing. The common belief is a student reads well, he should write well,too.

Research Topic

My research topic is about Non-Chinese Students learning.

Research Topic

My research topic focuses on Secondary language learning.
My proposed research study focus is on staff development in schools. I'm now at the initial stage of research design, and of course, a lot of discussion with my supervisor is needed to narrow down my study scope.

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