Task-based language learning using the benefits of online computer-assisted language learning (CALL) can be effective for rapid vocabulary expansion, especially when target vocabulary has been pre-arranged into bilingual categories under simpler, common Semantic Field

Metadata applications have developed local controlled vocabulary to meet information needs of users, but little is known about what vocabularies users use in searching for information. This paper reports the findings from an analysis of a digital library’s query log. The analysis addresses questions of to what extent users use controlled vocabulary in resource discovery and what non-controlled ...

This paper explores the application of the semantic field theory in English vocabulary learning. It first investigates classifications of various semantic relations, including hyponym, antonymy, synonymy, etc. Then it illustrates with abundant examples how to employ each sense relation in learning vocabulary with the application of the semantic field theory. The study is of non-neglectable sign...

This paper introduces research within the ALADIN project, which aims to develop an assistive vocal interface for people with a physical impairment. In contrast to existing approaches, the vocal interface is self-learning which means it can be used with any language, dialect, vocabulary and grammar. The paper describes the overall learning framework, and the two components that will provide voca...

This paper introduces research within the ALADIN project, which aims to develop an assistive vocal interface for people with a physical impairment. In contrast to existing approaches, the vocal interface is self-learning, which means it can be used with any language, dialect, vocabulary and grammar. This paper describes the overall learning framework, and the two components that will provide vo...

Two studies on the role of video on vocabulary learning were conducted in kindergarten classrooms wit h substantial numbers of children from low-income and Dual Language Learning (DLL) backgrounds. In the first study (n = 78), the effect of video viewing was compared with the effect of book reading on vocabulary learning. In the second study (n = 89), the effect of repeated viewing of video was...

This paper introduces the idea of using data-driven vocabulary files as a teaching practice for the course “English for Tourism 3” taught at the Faculty of Economics, University of Split. First, the design of the vocabulary file is explained as well as the rationale behind the exercise. Then, the analysis of the students’ response to the assigned exercises is presented. Finally, given the compl...