DEVELOPING A COLLOCATION LEARNING MANAGEMENT MODEL FOR ENHANCING ELF ORAL COMMUNICATION IN THAILAND

Montaya  Srisapoom; Jiraporn Chano

doi:10.21618/fil2429288s

Authors

Montaya Srisapoom Mahasarakham University Faculty of Education
Jiraporn Chano Mahasarakham University Faculty of Education

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21618/fil2429288s

Keywords:

English as a Lingua Franca (ELF), collocation learning management model, challenges in Thai context

Abstract

The significance of collocation in English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) for oral communication has been largely neglected. This study aims to develop a collocation learning management model that would enhance the oral communication skills ofEnglish ELF university students in Thailand. The study provides insights. Initially, the main challenges discovered were content enhancement, limited activities and learning arrangements, low motivation, and non-cooperative conduct. A learning managementmodel for English collocations was also introduced to address the issues. The model's theoretical concepts, objectives, learning management phases, social system, reaction principle, and support system have been identified. Furthermore, the model improved students' listening, speaking, and basic language skills in higher education. Additional investigation is required to ascertain the enduring scholarly achievement of this model when combined with other pedagogical methodologies and its integration and practical application across all language skills for prospective utilisation in comparable educational settings.

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