Chapter 5 – Development of learner language

Chapter 5 focuses on the cognitive approach to language learning and the various perspectives that fall under it. The chapter begins by discussing the general cognitive approach and how it differs from the behaviorist approach. It then explores the development of learner language from the perspectives of cognitivists, with a focus on the role of…

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Chapter 4 – Linguistic environment & Input hypothesis

Chapter 4 of the book discusses various topics related to second language acquisition, including first language acquisition, bilingualism acquisition, heritage language acquisition, third language acquisition/multilingualism, linguistic environment, cognitive-interactionism, acculturation model, input hypothesis, comprehensible input, interaction and negotiation for meaning, and output and syntactic processing during production. The chapter begins by discussing first language acquisition, which…

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Chapter 3 – Language Development in Children

Chapter 3 focuses on the stages of language acquisition and the factors that influence language development. The chapter also discusses the critical period hypothesis, which suggests that there is a biologically determined window of opportunity for language acquisition, and the importance of interactional modifications and feedback in second language acquisition. The chapter begins by discussing the…

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Chapter 2 – The History of Second Language Acquisition

Chapter 2 covers a range of topics related to second language acquisition (SLA), including its history, various theories of SLA, the impact of social and cultural factors, the role of technology, and the benefits of bilingualism. The chapter starts with a brief history of SLA and an overview of behaviorist, cognitive, and social-cultural theories of…

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Chapter 1: Introduction to Second Language Acquisition

Chapter 1 covers the fundamental concepts of second language acquisition (SLA). The chapter begins by defining SLA and explaining that SLA refers to the process by which individuals acquire proficiency in a language other than their first language. The chapter then provides an overview of the factors that influence SLA, including age, cognitive development, social…

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Protected: Chapter 8: Data Analysis and SPSS Statistics

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