Is corrective feedback in the ESL classroom really necessary? A background study

Bacquet, G. (2019) Is corrective feedback in the ESL classroom really necessary? A background study. International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature, 8(3), pp. 147-154. (doi: 10.7575/aiac.ijalel.v.8n.3p.147)

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Abstract

The use, range and efficacy of different types of corrective feedback in the ESL classroom have been widely researched, especially over the past 30 years. This paper attempts to dissect such research and to provide language teachers with an understanding of the background literature and theoretical views surrounding the subject. By summarizing different, often contrasting views on what corrective feedback is, how it works and how effective it is (or not), I strive to provide ESL teachers with a deeper understanding of the available literature and different perspectives that can hopefully better inform and shape our practice. The paper first provides definition of key terms related to corrective feedback, it proceeds to explore a range of theories and views and to look into the core studies regarding both written and spoken feedback and it ends with a short discussion on how these finding are relevant for ESL teachers.

Item Type:Articles
Keywords:Feedback, fluency, recasts, metalinguistic clues, elicitation, explicit, implicit, correction, grammar correction, ESL, direct feedback, indirect feedback.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Bacquet, Mr Gaston
Authors: Bacquet, G.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Education
Journal Name:International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature
Journal Abbr.:IJALEL
Publisher:Australian International Academic Centre Pty. Ltd.
ISSN:2200-3592
ISSN (Online):2200-3452
Published Online:31 May 2019
Copyright Holders:Copyright © 2019 The Author
First Published:First published in International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature 8(3): 147-154
Publisher Policy:Reproduced under a Creative Commons License

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