1. The order of descriptive adjectives A Studying Case with Native Speakers and Chinese Learners Ariel Chang

2. Examples Susan husband gave her _____ vase. A. an antique Chinese B. a Chinese antique There is ____ table in the living room. A. a heavy round B. a round heavy

3. Discussion Questions What is the rule? What are my findings? Why do we need to teach the rule?

4. The order from Grammar Dimensions opinionAppearance -size -measure -shape -condition agecolorOrigin -geographical - material Susan husband gave her an antique Chinese vase.

5. The order from English Language Center (ELC) opinionsizeageshapecolororiginmaterialpurpose My roommate gave me ____ bowl. A. a small Japanese serving B. a Japanese small serving C. a small serving Japanese D. a serving small Japanese

6. The order from The Grammar Book opinionsizeshapeconditionagecolororigin Mary has ____ puppy. A. a little cute brown B. a cute brown little C. a cute little brown D. a brown cute little

7. Findings Most of native speakers do follow the order of adjectives unconsciously Native speakers decide the orders by pronunciation, context or instinct Chinese speaker decide the order by Chinese usage of adjectives (Examples)

8. Examples Susan husband gave her _____ vase. A. an antique Chinese B. a Chinese antique Native English speakersNative Chinese Speakers 100%38%

9. Examples There is ____ table in the living room. A. a heavy round B. a round heavy Native English speakersNative Chinese Speakers 95%74%

10. Findings Most of native speakers do follow the order of adjectives unconsciously Native speakers decide the orders by pronunciation, context or instinct Chinese speakers decide the order by Chinese usage of adjectives (Examples) Chinese speakers who have longer English learning experiences have high scores

11. The importance of explicit instructions ELL students will have a better academic performance. ELL teachers will provide a clear explanation.

12. Question? Thank you!