From Research Technique to Classroom Activity

Busch, Michael

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From Research Technique to Classroom Activity

Adapting Elicited Imitation as a Grammar-for-Speaking Task

Michael Busch⁴

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Among the many techniques available for researchers in studying oral language production, elicited imitation (EI) stands out due to its ease of use, reliability, and versatility. The technique consists of a second language (L2) learner who simply listens to a sentence, typically 8–15 words in length, and then repeats verbatim what he or she has just heard.

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Saginaw Valley State University, USA
Michael Busch

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Yorkville University, Canada
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Busch, M. (2017). From Research Technique to Classroom Activity. In: Cummings, J.B., Blatherwick, M.L. (eds) Creative Dimensions of Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century. Advances in Creativity and Giftedness. SensePublishers, Rotterdam. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6351-047-9_33

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