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Chapter 2. Comprehension of conversational implicature
Abstract
Computer technology has created new options for interlanguage pragmatics analysis. Researchers can now quickly test second language (L2) learner’s efficiency in processing pragmatic meaning without relying on paper-and-pencil methods. This chapter presents examples of such technology-enhanced analysis in the comprehension of conversational implicature among learners of L2 English. Previous research has examined implicature comprehension by using paper-and-pencil tests that require learners to read or listen to conversations and identify speakers’ implied intentions by responding to multiple-choice questions. My studies have expanded the scope of this practice by introducing a computer-based listening test that measures both accuracy and speed (response times) in comprehension. These two attributes have been measured to illustrate different processing loads encoded in implicature as well as different stages of development in L2 learners’ ability to comprehend implicature. This chapter presents two studies which exemplify the uses of response time data.
Abstract
Computer technology has created new options for interlanguage pragmatics analysis. Researchers can now quickly test second language (L2) learner’s efficiency in processing pragmatic meaning without relying on paper-and-pencil methods. This chapter presents examples of such technology-enhanced analysis in the comprehension of conversational implicature among learners of L2 English. Previous research has examined implicature comprehension by using paper-and-pencil tests that require learners to read or listen to conversations and identify speakers’ implied intentions by responding to multiple-choice questions. My studies have expanded the scope of this practice by introducing a computer-based listening test that measures both accuracy and speed (response times) in comprehension. These two attributes have been measured to illustrate different processing loads encoded in implicature as well as different stages of development in L2 learners’ ability to comprehend implicature. This chapter presents two studies which exemplify the uses of response time data.
Kapitel in diesem Buch
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
- Contributors vii
- Chapter 1. Introduction 1
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Part I. Technology in researching pragmatics
- Chapter 2. Comprehension of conversational implicature 19
- Chapter 3. Amount of practice and pragmatic development of request-making in L2 Chinese 43
- Chapter 4. Multiuser virtual environments 71
- Chapter 5. Development of politeness strategies in participatory online environments 101
- Chapter 6. Pronominal choice and self-positioning strategies in second language academic writing 121
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Part II. Technology in teaching and assessing pragmatics
- Chapter 7. Complex L2 pragmatic feedback via place-based mobile games 155
- Chapter 8. Blogging 185
- Chapter 9. Technology and tests of L2 pragmatics 215
- Chapter 10. DocuScope for genre analysis 235
- Commentary on Technology in Interlanguage Pragmatics Research and Teaching 261
- Prologue. The future of pragmatics and technology 271
- Index 275
Kapitel in diesem Buch
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
- Contributors vii
- Chapter 1. Introduction 1
-
Part I. Technology in researching pragmatics
- Chapter 2. Comprehension of conversational implicature 19
- Chapter 3. Amount of practice and pragmatic development of request-making in L2 Chinese 43
- Chapter 4. Multiuser virtual environments 71
- Chapter 5. Development of politeness strategies in participatory online environments 101
- Chapter 6. Pronominal choice and self-positioning strategies in second language academic writing 121
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Part II. Technology in teaching and assessing pragmatics
- Chapter 7. Complex L2 pragmatic feedback via place-based mobile games 155
- Chapter 8. Blogging 185
- Chapter 9. Technology and tests of L2 pragmatics 215
- Chapter 10. DocuScope for genre analysis 235
- Commentary on Technology in Interlanguage Pragmatics Research and Teaching 261
- Prologue. The future of pragmatics and technology 271
- Index 275
