Rifath's Satellite Project and Language Learning
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At what age did Rifath's father pass away?

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Rifath launched a satellite before his father passed away.

False (B)

What motivated Rifath to learn about space research?

His father's death and the slow internet connection available to him.

Rifath designed the smallest satellite in the world, which was launched by ____ in 2016.

<p>NASA</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following individuals with their roles in Rifath's journey:

<p>Rifath = Satellite designer Mohammed Abdul Kashif = Teammate and speaker Rifath's father = Inspiration and teacher Space Kidz India = Team affiliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was Rifath associated with when working on his satellite?

<p>Space Kidz India (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rifath completed his undergraduate degree before designing his satellite.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What themes did Rifath and his teammate emphasize in their TEDx talk?

<p>Leadership, team management, and positive group dynamics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant factor contributing to the authenticity gap in English language teaching?

<p>Students' exposure to English outside the classroom (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Students in Sweden rarely engage with English through online gaming.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of atmosphere does playing video games provide for language learning?

<p>An authentic and collaborative atmosphere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ gap refers to the difference between the language experienced in classrooms versus real-life contexts.

<p>authenticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following activities to their characteristics related to language learning:

<p>Online Gaming = Provides authentic language use Traditional Classroom = Often lacks real-world engagement Collaborative Projects = Encourages teamwork and creativity Independent Study = Focuses on individual learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Henry, how does the English used in classrooms seem in comparison to other contexts?

<p>Less meaningful and real (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Working collaboratively while playing video games fosters deeper knowledge usage.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What issue is referred to as a 'credibility problem' in the context of English classrooms?

<p>The perceived lack of authenticity in classroom English.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of the students mentioned in the content?

<p>They have access to extraordinary resources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Creating motivating classroom conditions is sufficient to ensure initial motivational impetus translates into action.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been a response to the challenge of maintaining student motivation as per the content?

<p>A resurgence in the use of projects as educational tools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The approach discussed in the text emphasizes creating __________ learning environments to enhance motivation.

<p>facilitative</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

<p>Motivational Currents = Intense surges of motivation experienced by students Facilitative Learning Environments = Settings that support and enhance student learning Projects in Education = Tools to engage students through real-world connections Twitchspeed Media = Fast-paced, multilayered media delivery methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Muir suggest is no longer sufficient for motivating students?

<p>Facilitative learning environments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rifath's story serves as an example of an unmotivational project.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential do projects have according to the content?

<p>They can facilitate intense surges of motivation for students.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key implication of complex systems regarding traditional notions of cause and effect?

<p>They cease to offer meaningful insights. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Complex systems only change over short timescales.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the states that complex systems evolve toward or approach over time?

<p>attractor states</p> Signup and view all the answers

In complex systems, change is continual and occurs over different __________.

<p>timescales</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

<p>Initial conditions = The precise starting state required to predict behavior Attractor states = Critical outcomes a system approaches over time Feedback = The process influencing a system’s evolution Complex systems = Systems characterized by continuously changing elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the nature of change in complex systems?

<p>Continual and dynamic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is possible to predict the behavior of complex systems with absolute accuracy.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Complex systems can settle into __________ states which lead to periods of relative stability.

<p>attractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is a strong proponent of qualitative research in SLA?

<p>Ema Ushioda (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Quantitative methods are no longer relevant in the field of SLA.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the person-in-context-relational-view proposed by Ushioda focused on?

<p>Understanding learners as people located in particular cultural and historical contexts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ushioda argued for a more _____ approach to examine the motivational processes in language learning.

<p>qualitative</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following authors with their contributions to SLA research:

<p>Ema Ushioda = Qualitative research advocate Boo et al. = Revitalisation of the research environment Dörnyei = Motivational Dynamics anthology Ridley = Collaborator with Ushioda</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year saw the publication of the Motivational Dynamics in Language Learning anthology?

<p>2015 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ushioda believed that motivation does not change over time.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Ushioda, what is needed to fully explore motivational change?

<p>A qualitative, situated approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Group DMCs primarily associated with in the context of language learning?

<p>Instructed second language acquisition (ISLA) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Intensive group projects (IGPs) are considered unimportant for understanding Group DMCs.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key aspect is highlighted when designing intensive group projects?

<p>DMC potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of language learning, DMCs can best be understood as emerging through __________.

<p>intensive group projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:

<p>Group DMCs = Important for language learning through collaboration Intensive Group Projects = Facilitators of DMCs in classrooms ISLA = Instructed Second Language Acquisition Pedagogical Approaches = Methods that guide teaching practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle is emphasized regarding the design of intensive group projects?

<p>Incorporation of DMC potential (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Future research is deemed unnecessary for developing theoretical and pedagogical understanding of DMCs.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What context do Group DMCs relate to in the narrative?

<p>Language teaching and learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Passion

A deep desire or enthusiasm for something, often accompanied by a strong determination to achieve it.

Launch

The act of starting or putting something into motion, often involving a significant effort.

Satellite

A small device that orbits Earth, often used for communication, research, or observation.

Leadership

The ability to guide and direct others towards a common goal, often involving communication and collaboration.

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Team Management

The process of organizing and coordinating a group of people to work effectively towards a shared objective.

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Positive Group Dynamics

The relationships and interactions within a group that influence its overall success and well-being.

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Personal Goal

A goal or ambition that motivates an individual to strive for a particular outcome.

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Hard Work

An intense effort or dedication towards a specific objective, often involving prolonged work and perseverance.

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Authenticity Gap

The difference between the authentic use of English in real-world contexts and the way it is presented in classrooms.

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Video Games as Language Learning

Playing video games offers a genuine opportunity to learn and use English naturally.

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Classroom English vs. Real-World English

The way English is used and experienced in classrooms may feel less relevant and authentic compared to real-world English.

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Credibility Problem

The credibility of classroom English is being challenged by the increasing influence of real-world English usage.

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Evolving English

The constant evolution of English, particularly in online and digital spaces, means the classroom experience needs to adapt.

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Real-World English Skills

Real-world English usage is often collaborative, creative, and requires problem-solving and critical thinking.

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Relevance in Language Teaching

The classroom experience should reflect the authentic use of English and be relevant to students' lives.

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Modern Language Teaching

The shift in English usage demands a reevaluation of teaching methods to better align with the authentic language experiences of students.

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Twitchspeed

The ability to quickly understand and process information from various sources, often found in younger generations, who are comfortable with the rapid pace of digital media.

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Motivating Classroom Conditions

Learning environments that are designed to encourage and support students' motivation.

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Facilitative Learning Environments

Learning environments that provide resources and tools to help students learn effectively.

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Motivational Impetus

Motivation and inspiration that are strong enough to lead to actions and productive learning behaviors.

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Projects in Education

Educational activities that allow students to work on a specific task or problem over an extended period, often involving collaboration and real-world applications.

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Passion Projects

The intense motivation and engagement that students experience when pursuing their own passions and interests outside of school.

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Directed Motivation

Motivation that is inspired by external factors, such as rewards, deadlines, or social pressure.

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Directed Motivational Currents in Language Education

The study of how motivation and learning are interconnected, focusing on how to enhance motivation in educational settings.

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Directed Motivational Currents (DMCs)

A motivational force that drives learners toward specific goals, especially in language acquisition.

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Multi-timescale Change

The continuous changes happening within complex systems, spanning moments, semesters, and decades.

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Instructed Second Language Acquisition (ISLA)

A process of teaching and learning a second language through formal instruction.

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Predicting Complex Systems

The idea that predicting complex systems' behavior is impossible because of the vast amount of intricate details and constantly changing conditions.

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Group DMCs

Group DMCs happen when a group of individuals share a common motivational goal within a language learning context.

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Attractor State

A relatively stable state that a complex system tends to settle into, even though the system is constantly changing.

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System Parameters

The factors that determine the direction of a complex system's evolution towards an attractor state.

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Intensive Group Projects (IGPs)

Intensive Group Projects (IGPs) are collaborative activities that strongly engage learners in a shared task, potentially leading to group DMCs.

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Designing Intensive Group Projects

The process of creating an environment where shared goals and motivation within a group can emerge, leading to better language learning outcomes.

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Feedback Loop

The feedback loop that reinforces or weakens a system's tendency towards a specific state, based on its parameters.

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Intensive Group Projects 'with DMC potential'

Projects designed with the intention of fostering group DMCs.

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Individual DMCs

The individual motivational forces that drive each learner independently towards their goals.

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Differences between Individual and Group DMCs

The difference between individual and group motivation in language learning, highlighting how group DMCs are crucial for classroom success.

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Qualitative research

A research approach that prioritizes in-depth understanding of individual experiences and their context, rather than solely relying on numerical data.

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Motivational change in language learning

The study of how people's motivations for learning a language change over time, considering factors that influence those motivations.

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Person-in-context-relational-view

A perspective that emphasizes the importance of understanding individuals within their specific cultural and historical contexts when studying language learning.

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Mixed methods research

An approach that combines both quantitative and qualitative methods in research, offering a more comprehensive understanding.

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Motivational Dynamics in Language Learning

A collection of research studies focused on understanding how motivations evolve and interplay in language learning.

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Dynamic interplay with motivation

A research approach that focuses on understanding the complex interplay of factors influencing motivation, including individual characteristics and environmental influences.

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Situated approach

The idea that research should be rooted in real-world experiences and consider the context in which learning happens.

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Revitalization of SLA research

The growing trend of incorporating qualitative research in the field of second language acquisition (SLA), shifting the focus from purely quantitative methods.

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Study Notes

Rifath's Satellite Project

  • Rifath, inspired by his father, designed and launched the smallest satellite globally in 2016, via NASA.
  • Rifath used the internet as his teacher after his father's death, learning about space technology.
  • His project was a team effort through Space Kidz India.
  • The project highlighted the importance of leadership, teamwork, and positive interactions.

Authenticity Gap in Language Learning

  • There's a disparity between the "real" English used outside classrooms (e.g., online gaming) and the theoretical English taught within.
  • Students today are more tech-savvy and experience a different world than previous generations, impacting how they learn and how effectively current classroom language learning methods work.
  • Online gaming offers genuine language learning experiences, unlike the potentially less meaningful language practice in traditional classrooms.
  • The use of projects as educational tools can help bridge the authenticity gap, aligning with students' out-of-classroom interests and passions.

Directed Motivational Currents (DMCs) in Language Learning

  • Projects, especially in group settings, can cultivate strong motivation.
  • Group projects, as intensive group projects (IGPs), are effective for fostering DMCs and impactful language learning contexts.
  • Individual and group DMCs differ significantly, with the latter being important in instructed second language acquisition (ISLA).
  • Motivation in language learning is dynamic and contextual, changing over various timescales (e.g., semesters, decades).

Research Methods in Second Language Acquisition (SLA)

  • While quantitative methods are common in SLA research, Qualitative and mixed-methods approaches are gaining prominence.
  • Qualitative research, championed by scholars like Ema Ushioda, provides a nuanced understanding of motivational factors and their dynamic evolution.
  • Researchers like Ushioda advocate for considering the individual learner situated within their cultural and historical contexts.
  • Linear cause-and-effect relationships are inadequate for understanding complex learning environments.

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