Language Learning Through Captioned Videos: Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition

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This research- and pedagogy-oriented book delves into the study and application of incidental vocabulary acquisition in English through captioned videos. This technology offers EFL students of different ages more opportunities for vocabulary learning compared to the traditional classroom. This book reviews the conceptual, methodological, theoretical, and practical issues associated with captioned videos and offers innovative ideas to help researchers, graduate students, and classroom practitioners enhance learners’ vocabulary acquisition at all levels. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Contents Preface Acknowledgment 1. Introduction to Vocabulary Knowledge and Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition What is a Word? How can Our Learners Expand Vocabulary Knowledge? What is Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition? Research Issues in Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition Vocabulary Knowledge is a Rich and ComplexConstruct Vocabulary Learning is Inherently Incremental Vocabulary Form is Important Vocabulary Attrition and Long-term Retention Engagement in Vocabulary Acquisition What should L2/EFL Teachers Do? Vocabulary Learning through Audiovisual Input: A Trend in Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition References 2. Captioned Videos: Multimedia Features, Definitions and Theoretical Frameworks Definiton of Captions Frameworks Supporting Captioned Viewing for Language Learning The Input Hypothesis Multimedia Learning Theory Baddeley's Model of Working Memory Dual-coding Theory Cognitive Load Theory Models for Understanding Language Learning From Captioned Viewing Concluding Remarks References 3. Language Learning and Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition From Captioned Videos: Advantages and Disadvantages Benefits of Captions Perceived Usefulness of Captions Levels of Language Proficiency and Captioned Video Learning Perceived Advantage of Captions Positive Flipped Classroom Experiences Through Using Videos Enhanced Content Comprehension Enhanced Language Skills Enhanced Understanding of Cultural Knowledge and Language Context Enhanced Confidence in Language Learning Incorporating Captioned Videos into the Curriculum Perceived Disadvantage in Captions Discussion Concluding Remarks References 4. Vocabulary Learning From Captioned Videos for EFL Learners Captioned Videos and Vocabulary Learning A Selection of Studies on Enhancing Vocabulary Learning From Captioned Viewing Teng, F. (2019a) Incidental Vocabulary Learning for Primary School Students: The Effects of L2 Caption Type and Word Exposure Frequency. The Australian Educational Researcher Research Design Video Selection Captions Target Words and Vocabulary Test Results The Effectiveness of Captioning on Vocabulary Learning The Effectiveness of Word Encounter Frequency on Vocabulary Learning Main Implication of the Study Research Design Materials Measures Results Key Findings for Research Questions Discussion and Theoretical Implication Research Design Videos Measures Results Discussion and Implications Reflection References 5. Research Methods for Using Captioned Videos in Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition Research Project 1: EFL Students' Perceptions of Using Captioned Videos to Learn Vocabulary Background Goal Research Questions Methodology Topics for Future Research Research Project 2: Comparing the Effectiveness of Different Vocabulary Teaching Techniques Through Captioned Videos Background Goal Methodology Topics for Future Research Research Project 3: Exploring the Effects of Captioned Videos on Learning Formulaic Language Background Goal Methodology Topics for Future Research Research Project 4: Exploring the Repetition of Vocabulary in Captioned Videos Background Goal Methodology Topics for Future Research Research Project 5: Vocabulary Learning and Retention Through Multimedia Glossing Background Goal Methodology Topics for Future Research Concluding Remarks Checklist for Effective Research Design References 6. Conclusion: Maximizing Vocabulary Learning Performance From Captioned Videos Perceptions of Using Captioned Videos in EFL Context Creating Captions for Videos Challenges in Using Captioned Videos Future Practice in Using Captioned Videos References Index