天野, 孝太郎

吉森, 智大

中條, 清美

Amano, Kotaro

Yoshimori, Tomohiro

Chujo, Kiyomi

data-driven learning:DDL

コンコーダンス・ライン

concordance line

コーパス

corpus

Studies have shown that DDL, exploring a corpus or database of language with concordancing software, is effective for language learning. In spite of many potential benefits, however, some researchers urge caution in its application to beginner-level learners because (a) a limited vocabulary and knowledge of grammar is insufficient for recognizing or making sense of language patterns, (b) the authentic target language data in corpora are likely to be overwhelming in both volume and complexity, and (c) the need for computers can be a roadblock in accessibility and/or understanding of usage. To address these concerns and to expand the application of DDL, in this study we developed text analysis learning material for beginner-level junior and senior high school students. First, a corpus was created from English school textbooks used in Japan, Korea, China, and the Republic of China (Taiwan) so that the target language appearing in the concordancing lines would be more appropriate to the learners' language level. Second, we created paper-based learning material to be used in the classroom so that instructors and students would not have the added burden of learning to use the computer and software, and/or for classrooms without computer access. This material was used for junior high school students and senior high school students in Japan, and the effectiveness of the material and instruction was measured. The results gained from pre- and post-tests will be used for the continued development of DDL material for beginner-level learners.