Question 1

What is a critical challenge faced by teachers and learners in L2 vocabulary acquisition?

Accepted Answer

Selecting appropriate language resources and technologies.

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Maximizing the use of textbooks in learning.

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Identifying the best practices for teaching grammar.

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Understanding the theoretical frameworks of language learning.

Question 2

What are the two types of learning distinguished in L2 vocabulary acquisition?

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Incidental and intentional learning.

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Formal and informal learning.

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Passive and active learning.

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Implicit and explicit learning.

Question 3

What are the four essential stages in the memory-based vocabulary learning model proposed by Ma?

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Perceiving the word form, assessing the word meaning, building the word entry, retrieving the word.

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Hearing the word, repeating it, writing it down, practicing conversation.

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Discovering the word, obtaining word meaning, using in context, forgetting the word.

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Reading the word, understanding the definition, using it in a sentence, reviewing it later.

Question 4

Which types of technologies are categorized as lexical tools?

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E-dictionaries and lexical concordancers.

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Language learning apps and mobile games.

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Documentaries and educational videos.

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Social media and communication platforms.

Question 5

What is the main focus of dedicated lexical applications?

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To address all four stages involved in vocabulary learning.

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To teach grammar alongside vocabulary.

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To provide only meaning for new vocabulary.

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To assist in pronunciation only.

Question 6

What is the impact of mobile technologies on L2 vocabulary learning according to the text?

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They enhance incidental and informal learning opportunities.

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They replace traditional classroom methods entirely.

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They complicate the language learning process.

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They primarily focus on formal and structured learning.

Question 7

What aspect of vocabulary learning does the term 'self-regulated learning' refer to?

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Learners' ability to take charge of their own learning processes.

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The requirement for learners to have a teacher's guidance.

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Passive participation in learning activities.

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Strict adherence to curriculum guidelines.

Question 8

What is a significant finding regarding learners' use of e-dictionaries in L2 learning?

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Many learners only use them for the first two stages of vocabulary acquisition.

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E-dictionaries are rarely used by learners.

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Learners exclusively use bilingual dictionaries.

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E-dictionaries are ineffective for vocabulary learning.

Question 9

According to Ma, what should teachers consider when designing vocabulary tasks?

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The essential mental stages in vocabulary learning.

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The availability of textbooks.

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The personal interests of each learner.

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The use of multimedia presentations.

Question 10

How does the concept of incidental learning manifest in technology-enhanced environments?

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By allowing learners to acquire vocabulary through exposure in authentic contexts.

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Primarily via grammar drills and tests.

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Through structured exercises only.

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Only when using flashcard apps.

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