Chapter 2: Theoretical Approaches to Explaining SLL

Chapter 2: Theoretical Approaches to Explaining SLLBy Lec. Samarnh PangApproach:Theories-> Describe how language is used.Source of Practices-> Offer model for language competencePrinciples in language teachingMethod:Practical Realization of an approachDecisions including procedures & techniques for tasks/activities

Procedure:An order sequence of techniquesEx. First you do this, than you do thatTechnique:Usually a single activity rather than a sequence (not procedure)Ex. Silent viewing Model:a standard or goal for the learner, e.g. the pronunciation of an educated native Speaker.DQ:What your methods for learning?Learner CharacteristicsKnowledge of another languageCognitive maturityMetalinguistic awarenessKnowledge of the worldNervousness about speaking

DQ:Discuss your learning conditionsLearning conditionsFreedom to be silentAmple timeCorrective feedback: grammar and pronunciationCorrective feedback: word choiceModified inputDQ:How to learn a second language (L2)?

DQ:Compare and Contrast:Learning L1 Vs. Learning L2SLL TheoriesWhat is Behaviorism?DiscussReinforcementHabit formationContrast Analysis Hypothesis (CAH)Target Language

Discuss the negative side effect of L1 on learning an L2.2. InnatismDiscuss the roles of Grammar in Spoken English and in Written English.

Universal Grammar (UG)?What roles does UG play in L1 acquisition?

Why is UG theory inapplicable for L2 acquisition?Why is Critical Period (CP) essential to language learning/acquisition?You can defineLanguage Competence Vs. Language PerformanceKrashens Monitor Model1. The AcquisitionLearning HypothesisWhat does Krashen argue?2. Monitoring HypothesisWhat are the roles of Monitor?3. Natural Order HypothesisWhat does he argue?4. The Input HypothesisComprehensible Input i + 15. The Affective Filter Hypothesis What can this suggest?3. Psychological TheoriesWhat is information processing?What do you know about Processing Space?Discuss the sequenceLanguage Information Practice Restructuring Automaticity Contrast (Language Learning)Richard Schmidts rationaleStephen Krashens Rationale4. Interactionism