A Few Considerations in Using Textual Input Enhancement Based on the Cognitive View

The purpose of the present study is to examine the role of attention in language learning and how it affects focus-on-form instruction. It also suggests some considerations in using textual input enhancement, which is a common technique of focus-on-form instruction in non-communicative context. In order to give better understanding of the role of attention as the construct of focus-on-form instruction, some cognitive views related to the role of attention in language learning and their relationship were examined and various studies related to textual input enhancement were reviewed in terms of the additional tasks accompanied and their effectiveness. In conclusion, the critical role of attention in focus-on-form instruction, depletion of attention on comprehension when learners' attention is prioritized forms over meaning, and more elaborate ways to enhance input such as explicit rule explanation. teacher's additional feedback or input flood should be considered for more successful use of textual input enhancement in EFL classrooms.