声明
Abstract
摘要
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Research Background
1.2 Research Questions
1.3 Significance of the Research
1.4 Layout of the Thesis
Chapter 2 Theoretical Framework and Literature Review
2.1 Relevant Studies on Metaphor
2.1.1 Traditional Views on Metaphor
2.1.2 Contemporary Views on Metaphor
2.2 Relevant Studies on English Vocabulary Teaching
2.2.1 Studies on English Vocabulary Teaching Abroad
2.2.2 Studies on English Vocabulary Teaching at home
2.3 Relevant Studies on the Application of Metaphor to English Vocabulary Teaching
Chapter 3 Methodology
3.1 The Objectives of the Experiment
3.2 Hypothesis
3.3 Subjects
3.4 Instruments
3.5 Research Procedures
3.6 Data Collection
Chapter 4 Data Analysis and Discussion
4.1 Data Analysis
4.1.1 Result and analysis of questionnaire
4.1.2 Results and analyses of the tests
4.2 Discussion
Chapter 5 Conclusion
5.1 Major Findings of the Study
5.2 Implications of the Research
5.3 Limitations of the Present Study and Suggestions for Future Research
References
Appendix Ⅰ:Questionnaire
Appendix Ⅱ Pretest 2
Appendix Ⅲ Posttest 2
Appendix Ⅳ Teaching Materials for EC
Acknowledgements