This paper presents a method to use flash fiction in English Communication courses typically required of freshmen in Japanese universities. After a review of the rationale for using fiction in the second language learning environment, I... more
This paper presents a method to use flash fiction in English Communication courses typically required of freshmen in Japanese universities. After a review of the rationale for using fiction in the second language learning environment, I explain how to use flash fiction to promote active participation in meaningful discussion among students. Specific texts and how to incorporate them into a course are provided. Finally, student feedback on the use of flash fiction in the course supports the potential for the use of this genre to stimulate real communication amongst students in the EFL classroom.
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