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Pragmatic Functions of Insha’Allah and Masha’Allah in Saudi Arabian Dialects: A Comparative Study of Hijazi and Ghamdi Varieties

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The expressions Insha’Allah (“if God wills”) and Masha’Allah (“what God has willed”) in Saudi Arabic dialects function both as religious terms and pragmatic expressions. The expressions function beyond their basic meanings because speakers employ them to show politeness and to prevent direct refusal, and to convey ironic messages. The research examines the usage patterns of these expressions among speakers who speak Hijazi and Ghamdi dialects through interviews with 20 participants who make up equal […]

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Constructional blending: the five functions of BE supposed to and BE meant to

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The forms BE supposed to and BE meant to are ‘polysynonymous’ and can be used to express a wide range of functions: evidential (hearsay/reportative), deontic (intention/obligation), deontic (prohibition) and predestination. While other verbs in passives can express certain of these functions, only these two have developed the ability to appear in the full range. Following

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Advancing Inclusive Education in Cameroon: Embracing Innovative Approaches for Effective Learning

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Achieving effective instruction in inclusive classrooms requires innovative approaches that address diverse needs and abilities of learners with disabilities. This research highlights various innovative approaches that enhance and advance instruction in 3 inclusive schools in the Northwest Region of Cameroon (Morningstar Deaf and Hard of Hearing School Akum – Bamenda, Baptist School for the Deaf

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Barriers to English Speaking Proficiency among Non-Native Speakers in Bangladesh: A Multidimensional Analysis of Challenges and Strategic Solutions

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This study examines barriers to English speaking skills in Bangladesh through research with 300 urban and rural participants. It identifies three main obstacles: educational system problems (grammar-focused teaching and poor teacher training), lack of English exposure outside school, and psychological barriers (fear of making mistakes). Data shows that 67% of students struggle with grammar-focused teaching,

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A Pragma-Discourse Study of The Campaign Manifesto of the 2023 All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Candidate

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This study examines the 2023 election manifesto of the APC presidential candidate. The objectives of the investigation are to analyse the pragma-discourse features in the election manifesto used by the APC presidential candidate to present himself positively and others negatively, examine the speech acts in the election manifesto through which the APC candidate presented his

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The Effectiveness of Using Some Instructional Materials in Teaching Writing Skills

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The study shows that a teacher’s ability to deliver lessons effectively and efficiently is greatly enhanced by using instructional resources in the classroom. Learning abstract concepts is made easier with the aid of instructional resources. The study highlights that instructors can save time and energy by using instructional resources that encourage active participation in the

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A Critical Literature Review on The Integration of Information Communication Technologies in the Teaching and Learning of English Language: An Emphasis of a Total Immersion Approach

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This critical literature review examines Stephen Krashen’s theory of language acquisition and learning, focusing on the implications of its six key models: The Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis, the Monitor Hypothesis, the Natural Order Hypothesis, the Input Hypothesis, the Affective Filter Hypothesis, and the Compelling Input Hypothesis. The study explores how the integration of Information and Communication Technologies

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Morphological Analysis on the Level of Vocabulary Production of L2 Learners in Their Composition Writing

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The study ventured on the level of vocabulary production of L2 learners. Ten essays became the source of data which content words used were subjected to morphological analysis (corpus-based approach). Results showed that the students used affixation in producing their vocabulary with almost half of their composition. They used bound morphemes (prefixes and suffixes). The

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A contrastive study of English and Chinese phonology: Special difficulties for young Chinese learners of English

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This article contrasts the phonology of English language and Standard Mandarin Chinese language, highlighting some of the phonological differences that may slow down the learning of English by young Chinese students (about 3-12 years old). This article also provides linguistically plausible accounts for some of the difficulties that Chinese students encounter in their English learning

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