b reversal miscue: the reader reverses the order of words (e.g. the child
reads Mrs Barnaby was a rich kind old ladyinstead of Mrs Barnaby was
a kind rich old lady).mistaken
see error
mitigating devicesn
a term used for expressions that are used to soften a request or other kind
of imposition or make it more indirect, such as “please” in “Please close the
door” and “would you” in “Would you close the door.”
mixed-ability class n
a class containing learners of different ability levels as reflected in differ-
ences in language aptitude, motivation, or learning styles. While most
classes contain learners of mixed abilities, large differences in abilities may
affect classroom dynamics and classroom management. A mixed-ability
class is different from a mixed-level class– one which contains learners with
different levels of language proficiency.
mixed level class n
see mixed-ability class
MLA n
an abbreviation for Modern Language Association. A professional organi-
zation for foreign language teachers in the USA.
MLATn
an abbreviation for the Modern Language Aptitude Test, a test of language
aptitude.
M-learningn
alsomobile learning
learning that takes place across locations or that makes use of learning
opportunities made available by portable technologies. M-learning includes
the use of handheld dictionaries and other portable devices for language
learning, handheld computers, and the use of mobile devices in the class-
room to facilitate group collaboration among students.
MLU^1 n
an abbreviation for mean length of utterance
mistake