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# Combining Meaning-Focused and Form-Focused Instruction in Developing the Language Skills of Secondary ESL Students This study investigates the effects of combining meaning-focused instruction (MFI) and form-focused instruction (FFI) in developing the speaking, writing, and grammar skills of secon...

# Combining Meaning-Focused and Form-Focused Instruction in Developing the Language Skills of Secondary ESL Students This study investigates the effects of combining meaning-focused instruction (MFI) and form-focused instruction (FFI) in developing the speaking, writing, and grammar skills of secondary ESL students in public high schools in the Philippines. ## The Study * Participants were divided into four groups: * **Group A (n=120):** received both the MFI and FFI * **Group B (n=120):** received MMI only * **Group C (n=120):** received FFI only * **Group D (n=120):** received the standard English programme for secondary ESL students. ## Key Findings * Students from Group A, B, and C significantly improved in their speaking, writing, and grammar skills, but not Group D. * ANOVA analysis showed that students from Group A outperformed students from Groups B, C, D. ## Conclusion Based on these findings, the study concludes that combining MFI and FFI is an effective way to improve the language skills of students. Further directions and implications for teaching are also discussed. ## Understanding and Locating the Thesis Statement * **Signal Phrases:** * This study examined... * This paper examines... * The aim of this essay is to... * This paper begins with... * This paper, hope so... * The primary objective of this paper is to... * The purpose of this essay is to... ## Strategies in Locating the Thesis Statement * Read the title of the text and make inferences on its purpose. * If the text has no abstract or executive summary, read the first few paragraphs as the thesis statement is usually located there. * In other cases, you may also check the conclusion where authors sum up and review their main points. # Understanding and Locating the Topic Sentences