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‘Negative Capability’; A Successful Indicator of Second Language Learner Aptitude

‘Negative Capability’; A Successful Indicator of Second Language Learner Aptitude

| January 5, 2005

In this research article, I shall attempt to prove that the literary concept first coined by the English romantic poet, John Keats is a successful indicator of second learner aptitude. In recent years this concept, ‘negative capability’ has become increasingly popular in such areas as psychoanalysis and leadership training for corporate executives.

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Rude Thoughts About IT in Language Education

Rude Thoughts About IT in Language Education

| January 5, 2005

Information Technology in language teaching probably began with papyrus. It has attracted admirers and detractors ever since. This paper takes a slightly irreverent look at current IT, as well as its actual and potential uses in foreign and second language education.

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