FrenchCulture

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French Culture

Amy Ogan, Christopher Jones, Vincent Aleven

Abstract

Glossary

Forthcoming, but will probably include

  • Culture

Research question

How is robust learning of cultural competence affected by attention-focusing techniques in authentic video materials?

Background and Significance

Independent variables

Hypothesis

Drawing students’ attention to moments that highlight a noteworthy cultural attribute in narrative excerpts helps students reason deeper about culture, even without providing interpretation

Dependent variables

  • Near transfer, immediate:
  • Near transfer, retention:


  • Acceleration of future learning:


Findings

Explanation

Annotated bibliography