Understanding Language Learning: Review of the Application of the Interaction Model in Foreign Language Contexts
Year: 2014
Type: article
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: Purpose – This paper examined the application of the inputinteraction-output model in English-as-Foreign-Language (EFL) learning environments with four specific questions: (1) How do the three components function in the model? (2) Does interaction in the foreign language classroom seem to be effective for foreign language acquisition? (3) What factors might facilitate/impede interaction, which, in turn, positively or negatively affect output? (4) What are effective teaching methods to enhance interaction and ensure quality of output? Methodology – A systematic search for empirical studies was conducted in the selected databases, which yielded 26 studies from different parts of the world. These studies met the preset criteria concerning medium of instruction, setting, relevancy and quality. Findings – The review demonstrated that when input, interaction and output worked together, positive English le
Authors: L. Quentin Dixon, Shuang Wu
Institution: Texas A&M University
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $225
OpenAlex ID: W2550288917
