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Pragmatic competence in a second language

Investigating Communication in English as a Second Language Learners

Not Recruiting
100 years or below
All
Phase N/A

Brief description of study.

This study looks at how second language learners of English produce different communicative actions such as requests, complaints, compliments, refusals, and responses to rudeness.

Detailed description of study

This study looks at how second language learners of English produce different communicative actions such as requests, complaints, compliments, refusals, and responses to rudeness.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: healthy
  • Age: 100 years or below
  • Gender: All

This study investigates how people learning English as a second language communicate in various social situations. It focuses on actions like making requests, giving compliments, refusing offers, and responding to rude behavior. These are important aspects of communication that help people interact effectively in different contexts.

Participants in the study will be observed and analyzed to understand how they perform these communicative actions. The study will look at how learners use language in real-life situations and the strategies they employ to convey their messages. This will help in understanding the challenges faced by second language learners and the ways they adapt their communication.

  • Who can participate: Individuals learning English as a second language.
  • Study details: Participants will engage in various communicative tasks to observe their language use.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1402805992

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