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The components of the knowledge of EFL classroom interaction
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This article aimed at constructing the knowledge of EFL classroom interaction rooted in reflective teacher education. Based on the literature of the nature of knowledge, the knowledge bases of EFL teaching and the different views on EFL classroom interaction, the knowledge of EFL classroom interaction is illustrated in details. Its essence and comp...
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