Browsing Thesis (M.A in TESOL) by Author "Brac Institutes of Languages"
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An analysis of language shift and maintenance among Marma community of Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2019-09)In multi lingual environments, it is common for a language to Shift (LS), Maintain (LM) or Lose (LL). The study looked into the verbal repertoire in Marma community- the second largest ethnic minority group in CHT through ... -
Apprehending pre-service teachers identity through their narratives
(Brac University, 2021-09)The research shows the development of teachers’ professional identity to be in a state of flux and that there is a strong correlation between a sense of teacher professional identity and their propensity to stay in teaching. ... -
Attitudes towards the use of L1 in EFL classrooms at tertiary level in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2020-01)This paper investigated both teachers and students exact reasons behind for using the First Language in a Tertiary level classroom in Bangladesh and along with that explored the exact causes for using it. In an EFL classroom, ... -
The challenges of learning Bangla in English medium schools of Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2021-02)There are three streams of education in Bangladesh, Mainstream Bangla medium, English medium and Madrasha medium (Kamol, 2009). English medium schools in Bangladesh provide a quality full and alternative private education ... -
The challenges of teaching ESP in Bangladesh: a critical observation
(Brac University, 2021-02)The main aim of this study is to investigate the most common challenges and difficulties of the ESP teachers when they conduct any ESP course for the students of different levels and different backgrounds at the same ... -
The effectiveness of e-assessment of EAP courses amid covid-19: a study of students’ and teachers’ perception at tertiary level
(Brac University, 2021-09)Conducting online courses is a common phenomenon in the developed countries. It is not a common practice in a developing country like Bangladesh. However, due to COVID-19 pandemic, government of Bangladesh had to shut down ... -
Emotional intelligence and self-efficacy beliefs among secondary EFL teachers in Bangladesh: a path analysis
(Brac University, 2021-09)This study investigated into the correlation among age, gender and emotional intelligence as well the influence of Emotional intelligence on teachers’ self-efficacy beliefs. The study followed quantitative method whereas ... -
English language assessment practice in class nine (secondary level) at a secondary school of Dhaka
(Brac University, 2021-02)A systematic and well-organized assessment process paves the path of successful language learning. Many studies have concluded that the English curriculum policy and actual assessment scenario fall short in bridging the ... -
English medium instruction at a private university in Bangladesh: a phenomenological inquiry
(Brac University, 2019-09)The phenomenon of EMI in higher education level has been at the forefront of discussion in many parts of the world and Bangladesh has been no exception. In recent times, Bangladesh has directed itself to EMI in higher ... -
Exploring Bangladeshi non-native English language teachers’ beliefs and classroom practices of oral corrective feedback in the secondary level
(Brac University, 2021-02)This study investigated the relationship between stated beliefs of Bangladeshi non-native English language teachers about Oral Corrective Feedback (OCF) and their actual classroom practices. A qualitative approach was ... -
Exploring the perceptions of teachers and students in Bangladeshi English version schools regarding the use of commercially produced guidebooks
(Brac University, 2021-09)Guidebooks are extremely popular in Bangladesh at present. Libraries, these days, have more guidebooks than literary books stacked on the shelves. The popularity of guidebooks is worth analyzing, because it is indicative ... -
Facebook as a learning platform: (unheard) voice of Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2019-12)he research aims to find out the role of Facebook in case of English language learning from both teachers‟ and students‟ perspectives in Bangladeshi Context. The focus is on how Facebook is blended with our learning platforms ... -
Flipped classroom: teaching and learning of English language in the context of EFL
(Brac University, 2019-09)This study aims at establishing how blending traditional classroom method and Flipped Classroom Approach can enhance the efficiency of teaching and learning of the tertiary level students as well as teachers at EFL classroom ... -
The impact of ICT instruments on interactive learning in EFL secondary classroom
(Brac University, 2019-10)In current world, ICT (Information and Communication Technology) is being utilized in practically all fields of life, including instructing and learning. The utilization of ICT in instruction has made interest to make ... -
Impact of ICT on undergraduate English students with and without prior ICT exposure
(Brac University, 2019-09)Existing researches in the field of Applied Linguistics shows a significant interest in the application of advanced practices through usage of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) while teaching English as a ... -
Impact of teacher education on English language teachers’ practice in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2021-02)In a developing country like Bangladesh, where English gets little exposure in daily use, teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) or English as a second language (ESL) without any teacher education (TE) is a challenging ... -
Impact of teachers’ empathy towards adult learners’ struggle in acquiring a second language
(Brac University, 2021-02)This thesis focuses on the role of empathy, one of the vital traits teachers are expected to possess, in the language acquisition process of learners of English as a second language or foreign language. It tried to assess ... -
Learning a language through mobile apps in Bangladeshi context
(Brac University, 2021-02)The integration of technology, especially mobile apps in teaching and learning language has grown exceptionally due to its effectiveness in both formal and informal contexts. In Bangladesh, though the use of mobile apps ... -
Role model for non-native speakers’ English pronunciation: ‘an investigation into the attitude of adult learners in Bangladesh’
(Brac University, 2019-07)The steep growth of learning English for communicative purposes all over Asia, in the primary and secondary level, has given rise to expectations from adults to be able to have a general fluency and correct pronunciation ... -
Student-teachers' choice of authentic ELT materials for 'teaching practicum' course: a narrative investigation
(Brac University, 2021-02)Authentic materials are printed messages, visual writings, and sound materials which understudies looked in their homerooms, for example, change-of address structures, employment forms, menus, phone message messages, radio ...
