1 School of International Cultural Exchange, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, Shanghai, China 2 Faculty of Education, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China Motivational strategies ...

Being able to comprehend a language entails not only mastery of its syntax, lexicon, or phonology, but also the ability to use language to construct meaning, draw inferences, and make connections to ...

effect of inferential support questions is rather negative if the text to be read is difficult and support questions are posed after reading the text sections.

A major turning point in reading instruction is the shift from literal understanding to inferential textual analysis. This leap can be challenging: Students often resist making inferences because ...

This study delves into the efficacy of classroom language in evaluating student involvement and comprehension within ESL settings. It centers on the utilization of questioning techniques and feedback ...