Immigration and Migration: Trends, Management and Challenges

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Contents Preface Chapter 1 Immigration, Religion and Governmentality Abstract Introduction Theoretical Background Methods Findings Discussion and Conclusion References Chapter 2 Immigration and Gender: Health and Labor Conditions, Implications and Challenges Abstract Background Method Results Gender and Immigration from the Country of Origin: The Feminization of Migration Gender and Immigration in the Host Country: Health Conditions and Access to Health Services Gender and Immigration in the Host Country: Legal and Working Conditions Discussion Acknowledgments References Chapter 3 Using Technology to Expand and Enrich the Vocabulary of Low Level English Migrant Women Abstract 1. Introduction 2. Background 2.1. Support for English Learning 2.2. Significance of Vocabulary 2.2.1. Vocabulary Learning/Acquisition 2.3. Significance of MALL 2.3.1. Attributes of MALL 2.3.1.1. Portability, Accessibility, and Spontaneity 2.3.1.2. Context Awareness 2.3.1.3. Multimedia and Interactivity 2.3.1.4. Scaffolding 3. Methods 3.1. Context of This Study 3.2. Research Design 3.2.1. Semi-Structured Interviews 3.2.2. Non-MALL and MALL Lessons 3.2.2.1. Non-MALL Lessons 3.2.2.2. MALL Lessons 3.2.3. Thematic Analysis 3.2.3.1. Case Study 1 3.2.3.2. Case Study 2 3.2.3.3. Case Study 3 3.2.4. Cross-Case Analysis 4. Findings and Discussion 4.1. Vocabulary Learning Environment 4.2. Learner Characteristics 4.2.1. L1 and English Literacy/Education Background 4.2.2. Learning Distractions 4.2.3. Confidence Level and Pronunciation Capability 4.2.4. Technology 4.2.5. Scaffolding 4.2.6. Self-Regulated/Personalised Learning 4.2.7. Tablet and App Features 4.3. MALL Framework 4.3.1. Challenges 4.3.1.1. Group Learning 4.3.1.2. Difficulty Understanding and Comprehending Australian English 4.3.1.3. Reading Comprehension 4.3.1.4. Intelligible Pronunciation 4.3.2. Benefits 4.3.2.1. Student-Centred Learning 4.3.2.2. Meaningful Content Aids Vocabulary Acquisition 4.3.2.3. Opportunity for Repeat Practice Conclusion References Chapter 4 Unaccompanied Migrant Minors: Trends, Challenges and Well-Being Abstract Introduction The Global Phenomenon of Unaccompanied Migrant Minors The Italian Context for Unaccompanied Migrant Minors Unaccompanied Minors Who Attempt to Reach the United States of America Conclusion References Index Blank Page