Integrating Corpus Linguistics for Teaching Pre-Service English Teachers by Using Corpus Tools

Аннотация

This study explores the integration of corpus linguistics tools in the training of pre-service English teachers, focusing on enhancing their linguistic competencies and pedagogical effectiveness. By employing tools such as LancsBox X, AntConc, and SKELL, the research examines how these resources can facilitate the development of professional communication skills in English within higher education contexts. The findings indicate that corpus-based approaches offer significant advantages in understanding language use, improving teaching methodologies, and addressing regional linguistic characteristics. The study proposes practical recommendations for incorporating corpus linguistics into teacher training programs to foster a more interactive and data-driven learning environment. Keywords: Corpus linguistics, pre-service English teachers, linguistic competencies, professional communication, higher education, teacher training, pedagogical tools. comprehension of language structures and functions. Introduction: The rapid advancement of technology and the increasing availability of linguistic data have Heather and Helt (2012) conducted a study to evaluate transformed language teaching methodologies. Corpus the effectiveness of corpus literacy training for pre- linguistics, which involves the study of language service language teachers. The research involved six through large collections of texts (corpora), has case studies of pre-service language teachers enrolled emerged as a valuable tool in this transformation. For in a semester-long introductory grammar course that pre-service English teachers, integrating corpus tools integrated corpus linguistics. The study aimed to assess into their training can enhance their understanding of the development of various components of corpus language patterns, usage, and nuances, thereby literacy among the participants. The findings indicated improving their teaching effectiveness. This article that while the corpus literacy training was generally investigates the application of corpus linguistics tools— effective, its impact varied among the participants. The specifically LancsBox X, AntConc, and SKELL—in the authors identified several factors contributing to this development of linguistic competencies among variation, including individual differences in prior philology students in higher educational institutions. knowledge, learning styles, and the extent to which the corpus tools were incorporated into teaching practices.