The start date for my PhD is fast approaching. I’ve tried to take some time to prepare and get into the habit of reading, as the half term approaches and I have a bit of time. I’ve signed up for Evernote (an app that helps you take notes) and bought a subscription to a journal that relates to my field of study. This made such a difference, as I have been able to access a great deal of articles online. Below is a list of the articles I have read this week:
“Learning EAP at University: Perceptions of high-achieving first-year ESL undergraduates”. K. Yung & N. Fong (2019)
“Content-based second language instructions at the tertiary level”. N. Gaffield- Vile (1996)
(This was a re-read) “Investigating teacher-supported peer assessment for EFL writing”. H. Zhao (2014)
“Investigating a collaborative approach to peer feedback”. A. AlShuraidan & N. Storch (2019)
“English Medium instruction and the English language practitioner”. N.Galloway (2021)
I also attended an online seminar, organised by the BALEAP organisation.
“Immersive Virtual Reality technology for ELT” (28/5/2021), speakers Dr. Miharu Funuyo & Dr. Laura Blanco
Whilst not directly related to my topic, it was certainly interesting! I am trying to keep track of my reading and productivity, so that I have some accountability and can see the progress I make towards my goals. If anyone is currently taking a PhD, please leave me a comment and let me know how you are getting on.
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