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http://dx.doi.org/10.5392/JKCA.2016.16.02.643

The Value of Film as Material for Learning a Foreign Language: Using Posh Discourse  

Kim, Hye-Jeong (국민대학교 교양대학)
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The Journal of the Korea Contents Association / v.16, no.2, 2016 , pp. 643-651 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study considers the value of English-language films as material for learning a foreign tongue using posh discourse. In daily life, when we decline an invitation or convey unpleasant information to a listener, we use polite expressions; we are careful with our words. English language learners need to learn polite expressions in order to interact peacefully with others; doing so can minimize conflict, which is inherent in social relationships. This study uses the British drama Downton Abbey, which is about aristocracy. This study analyzes the posh discourse used in Downton Abbey and insists that students need to learn it explicitly. It is important to learn the polite expressions of this authentic drama in a real classroom. This study suggests that students work in groups to create a short video, and to try to understand the characters' personalities. Movies, TV dramas, and sitcoms provide great content that shows the various functions of the language that students want to learn. As a source of learning material, film can help improve students' motivation and interest in learning a foreign language.
Keywords
Film; Posh Language; Polite Expressions; Foreign Language; Drama; Movie;
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