COLLOCATION COMPETENCY AMONG IRANIAN STUDENTS IN SWEDEN
Abstract
In the current study, a quantitative approach was taken to explore the impact of the
first language on the transfer of lexical collocations, highlighting both positive and negative
transfer effects. It explored the correlation between English language proficiency and
collocation competency, along with the influence of gender on collocation competency. The
current study investigated the phenomenon of transfer in the context of English as a foreign
language (EFL) learning. It specifically focused on collocation competency among Iranian
students studying in Sweden, using the cloze procedure. Transfer refers to how the learner’s
first language affects their production in the target language, while collocation, which involves
the frequent co-occurrence of words, poses a significant challenge for English learners as a
foreign language. Understanding the importance of collocation competency in achieving
English language proficiency, it becomes crucial to comprehend the mechanisms of transfer
and its correlation with collocation competency. This knowledge is essential for developing
effective language teaching strategies and improving overall English language proficiency in
English as a foreign language.
Degree
Student essay
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Date
2023-10-03Author
Shatery, Kazhal
Keywords
English
positive lexical transfer
negative lexical transfer
lexical collocations
English language proficiency
collocation competency
Series/Report no.
SPL 2023-029 Masteruppsats, Engelska
Language
eng