Greimas Semiotic Square and Short Stories Reading Comprehension: A Case Study of Advanced Iranian Students

Authors

  • Ferdows Aghagolzadeh Tarbiat Modares University Iran
  • Reza Rezaei Tarbiat Modares University Iran

Keywords:

Greimas semiotic approach, narrative texts, teaching strategies, reading comprehension

Abstract

In the quest of finding a solution to a common problem and effective mechanism to develop the capacity for analysis and understanding of discourse, this article attempts to examine the efficiency of Greimas semiotic square in the analysis of narrative texts. Based on an empirical method and information gathered from ten advanced Iranian students of French language, our research shows the important role of this approach to increase the students’ ability in analyzing narrative texts. Vocabulary enrichment, development of linguistic level and motivation in reading are the other positive aspects of applying this approach.

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Published

2014-12-12

How to Cite

Aghagolzadeh, F., & Rezaei, R. (2014). Greimas Semiotic Square and Short Stories Reading Comprehension: A Case Study of Advanced Iranian Students. AJELP: Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy, 2, 60–73. Retrieved from https://ejournal.upsi.edu.my/index.php/AJELP/article/view/1100