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This document covers theories of language acquisition and language learning. It discusses first language acquisition theories, behaviourist, nativist, cognitive, social interactionist and connectionist models. It is for the ELE 3102 module.
What's inside
- First language acquisition theories
- Behaviourist theory
- Nativist theory
- Cognitive theory
- Social interactionist theory
- Connectionist models
Who it is for: For students taking Principles of English Language Teaching. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Language acquisition and language learning are discussed. Students see how children learn their first language. They also see how English can be taught in primary schools.
First Language Acquisition
Theories of first language acquisition are described. Questions about what children learn and how they learn it are asked. Some facts about language acquisition are listed.
Two Poles In Language Acquisition
Two main views on language acquisition are outlined. One view is that language is learned through interaction. The other view is that language is innate.
Behaviourist Approach
Classical conditioning is explained. The behaviourist view of language acquisition is described. The behaviourist view is criticised.
Nativist Approach
The nativist view of language acquisition is described. The critical period for language learning is discussed. Some evidence for the nativist view is mentioned.
Key terms
- Classical conditioning
- A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired.
- Unconditioned Stimulus
- A stimulus that naturally triggers a response.
- Unconditioned Response
- A natural response to an unconditioned stimulus.
- Conditioning Stimulus
- A new stimulus that is paired with an unconditioned stimulus.
- Critical period
- A time during which language learning is most successful.
- Grammar Translation Method
- A method of teaching a foreign language that focuses on reading and writing.
Questions this document helps with
- How do children learn their first language?
- What are the main views on language acquisition?
- What is the Grammar Translation Method?
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