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Strategies to Minimize the Application of Grammar Translation Methods in Cambodian English Classrooms: Why is it Special? Chin, Pisith; Em, Sereyrath; Chau, Linn; Seng, Sacha; Pen, Dina
Journal of Mathematics Instruction, Social Research and Opinion Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/misro.v3i2.214

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This article aims to provide academic strategies that English teachers in Cambodia can use to reduce their reliance on grammar translation methods (GTM) in their classrooms. Recognizing the limitations of GTM and their potential negative impact on students' language proficiency, this article emphasizes the importance of applying teaching techniques and alternative teaching methods to improve learning outcomes in English. The article offers a series of practical recommendations, including task-based learning (TBL), communicative language teaching (CLT), and learner-centred approaches (LCA), to promote interactive and active language learning environments. These strategies encourage active participation, meaningful communication, and authentic language use, helping students develop their full English proficiency. Besides, the article highlights a new indication of why the mentioned methods are suitable for implementation in the Cambodian context. The article also sheds light on future research. Therefore, future studies can address the challenges of applying the mentioned techniques using quantitative and qualitative methods.
Encouraging English Language Reading in Cambodia: a Case Study of Takeo Provincial Higher Educational Institutions Em, Sereyrath; Chau, Linn; Ros, Ravuth; Dy, Putheara; Pen, Dina; Chin, Pisith
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v3i2.205

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English holds paramount significance as a global language, widely employed by diverse nations, including Cambodia, where it functions as a foreign language. Particularly in Cambodia, English has become indispensable for tertiary education. Employing a mixed methods approach, this study surveyed 183 university students, with ten subsequently participating in voluntary interviews. The findings indicate that students predominantly exhibit extrinsic motivation in their approach to English reading, with no discernible variance based on gender. The research also proposes several strategies for educators to enhance students' reading motivation, identifying the strategy of having students explain their comprehension to others as particularly efficacious. The study underscores the significance of English reading and elucidates the challenges students encounter in related activities. Ultimately, the study advocates for future investigations with larger sample sizes to further enrich scholarly insights.
Exploring the Benefits and Drawbacks of Directing Undergraduates' Self-Study Pursuits: An In-depth Analysis through Literature Review Chin, Pisith; Sam, Rany; Serey, Mardy; Em, Sereyrath
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v3i2.210

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This literature review critically assesses the pros and cons of self-study and self-management, shedding light on their impact on individual learning. The self-study provides flexibility, allowing undergraduate students to customize schedules and fostering autonomy and motivation. However, challenges like maintaining discipline and overcoming isolation are recognized. The review explores psychological benefits, such as improved time management and enhanced problem-solving, alongside drawbacks like procrastination. Affective self-management activities, including goal-setting and active learning, emerge as crucial for self-study success. Future research suggestions include exploring the role of emerging technologies, studying cultural factors, and proposing longitudinal research to assess the sustained effects of self-management activities.