0000001438 00000 n %%EOF Older children and adults may learn one or more second languages. Speech Emergence students should be asked to answer questions that require a short-sentence response. Some learners make rapid progress in learning a second language, while others with the same initial ability and language instruction make little progress in the same amount of time. 2. Second Language Acquisition Theory 9 A. To ensure that the student is being challenged and pushed to the next level, it is important to once in a while ask questions from the next level as well. We recommend that teachers ask frequent questions throughout their lessons, as doing so lets ELLs practice their new language and helps teachers assess how much of the content the ELLs understand. The student has a near-native level of speech. Of course, questions should be tailored to each ELL's level of second language acquisition. This lesson describes the four characteristics of interlanguage and the five factors in the interlanguage process, along with an example for each factor. This knowledge base will be based on research-grounded theories of second language acquisition. Second language acquisition, how Studies have shown that second language acquisition theories are useful for many reasons. The child absorbs the language that is most prevalent in the environment they live. By contrast, he acquired his native language through the process of communicating with his family and community. Abstract This paper is an attempt to shed light on the notion of Second Language Acquisition (SLA) in general, and the characteristic features of optimal input that accelerate the process of L2 acquisition in particular. English language learners at all stages of acquisition should be asked questions at all levels of thinking. Second-language acquisition assumes knowledge in a first language and encompasses the process an individual goes through as he or she learns the elements of a new language, such as vocabulary, phonological components, grammatical structures, and writing systems. 0000004981 00000 n Subscribe to ASCD Express, our free email newsletter, to have practical, actionable strategies and information delivered to your email inbox twice a month. Phone To accomplish this, you will need to know each student's stage of language acquisition. When you are finished, answer these questions: Research shows that high levels of student engagement are "a robust predictor of student achievement and behavior in school" (Klem & Connell, 2004, p. 262). The natural order hypothesis 12 (a) Transitional forms 14 3. 0000005522 00000 n … Weve found that a contextual, theme-based curriculum can help get students more excited to dive into language learning. Five Hypotheses About Second Language Acquisition 10 1. A child absorbs the language that is spoken in their environment with characteristics such as the tonal quality, the syntax, and the usages of that language. Acquiring language is an unconscious process, whereas learning a second language is a conscious one (Krashen, 1982). 3. xref II. A person's second language, or L2, is a language that is not the native language (first language or L1) of the speaker, but is learned later (usually as a foreign language, but it can be another language used in the speaker's home country). startxref It is concerned with the role of individual differences in second language acquisition. ... To sum up, interlanguage is a linguistic system created by second language learners to assist their second language acquisition. %PDF-1.3 %���� When learning a second language, students must learn about its structure and appropriate use. INTRODUCTION • Grammar Translation Method • non-communicative approach that relies on reading and translation, mastery of grammatical rules and accurate writing • Audiolingual Method • non-communicative approach that involves heavy use of mimicry, imitations and drill. The Six Stages of Second-Language Acquisition No part of this publication—including the drawings, graphs, illustrations, or chapters, except for brief quotations in [Facilitator:Bring out one premade game board and set of cards for each table or small group (see Appendix 9).]. Place the activity cards on the most suitable space on the game board. Copyright © 2008 by Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL). The acquisition-learning distinction 10 2. This stage is controversial among language educators. This stage may last from several hours to several months, depending on the individual learner. Challenge 3: The characteristics of learning disabilities in many ways mirror characteristics associated with second language acquisition. Yes, you can acquire a second language. Second-language acquisition is also the scientific discipline devoted to studying that process. After reading the lesson, match the sample student responses at the end to their respective stages of second language acquisition. Adopted infants, whatever their physical characteristics and whatever the language of their biological parents, acquire the language of the adoptive parents. CALP is Cognitive Academic Language Pr… 0000001502 00000 n 101 26 The Monitor hypothesis 15 (a) Individual variation in Monitor use 18 4. First and second language acquisition 1. Students acquiring a second language progress through five predictable stages. Monday through Friday Appendix 1 shows an actual matrix using both the levels of thinking and the stages of second language acquisition. Learn more about our permissions policy and submit your request online. Gardner’s Socio-educational Model of Second Language acquisition Gardner’s Socio-educational Model of Second Language Acquisition, according to Gu (2009) is the first and most influential theory of motivation in the area of L2 motivation research. The Domain of the Conscious Grammar: The Morpheme Studies 51 5. During this time, new language learners typically spend time learning vocabulary and practice pronouncing new words. Ever since Socrates intoned “Know thyself,” we have tried to peek behind the curtain and find out how we are actually able to learn language and use it for a myriad of communicative purposes. 0000009168 00000 n We can't have ELLs stuck at the lowest levels of thinking. As you can see from Figure 2.1, it is OK to ask Preproduction students "Where is …?" You likely use or recall Bloom's taxonomy (Bloom, Englehart, Furst, Hill, & Krathwohl, 1956), which provides a structure for categorizing the level of abstraction of questions. 0000026360 00000 n We don't want them to get stuck at a knowledge level only. Here are some theories on the matter: What distinguishes low-level questions from high-level ones? Although there may be an approximate time frame for each stage of language acquisition, the length of time students spend at each level will be as varied as the students themselves. Figure 2.1 summarizes the five stages of language acquisition and shows some appropriate prompts and sample questions to use for each stage of second language acquisition. Alexandria, VA 22311-1714. Various research has been conducted into this phenomenon which has resulted in a number of hypotheses concerning the possible cause thereof. The 10 Characteristics Of A ‘Good Language Learner’ Learning a second language has a lot in common with learning to play an instrument or sport. Three learner characteristics have consistently been found to be consequential for language learning: motivation, anxiety, and beliefs about language learning. 0000004042 00000 n Figure 2.2 illustrates the levels in the taxonomy, starting with questions for recalling information (low level) and concluding with questions for predicting and discriminating among ideas (high level). Another reason for all teachers to gain insights into their students' stages of second language acquisition is to meet the requirements of the 2001 No Child Left Behind Act, which requires ELLs to progress in their content knowledge and in their English language proficiency. All humans have the ability to learn additional languages although, just as with other areas of study like math or science, some people are better at learning second languages than others. �B$��T`��@�A� i�. How quickly students progress through the stages depends on many factors, including level of formal education, family background, and length of time spent in the country. 0000001847 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n In fact, in more than half of their interactions, students did not produce any oral language; when they did, they engaged in simple recall. [Facilitator:Explain tiered questions while showing Slides 16–17.]. Do not mistake an ELL's limited output for an inability to think abstractly. UNDAMENTAL TO ACCURATELY DIFFERENTIATING LEARNING DIFFERENCESfrom academic or behavior disorders is a working knowledge of the major learning/behavior characteristics reflec- tive of second language acquisition, diverse cultural values and norms, as well as learning disabili- ties and behavioral disorders. 0000019581 00000 n Different shapes of lips, throat, and other parts of the vocal tract have an effect on voice quality; this is part of the individuality of each person’s voice referred to above. 0000003371 00000 n Over time learners, musicians and athletes receive feedback, refine … Characteristics of Optimal Input for Second Language Acquisition. MISSION: ASCD empowers educators to achieve excellence in learning, teaching, and leading so that every child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged. The Role of the First Language in Second Language Acquisition 64 6. 0000008681 00000 n To improve her ability to ask tiered questions, a 1st grade teacher asks the school ESL teacher to demonstrate the strategy in her class during a discussion of The Three Little Pigs. It is even OK to ask Preproduction students a question every so often that requires a one-word response, because we always want to transition them to the next stage. Instead, Lomba sta… They all require frequent practice and sustained effort. Address critical reviews or articles—may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, Knowing this information about each student allows you to work within his or her zone of proximal development—that gap between what students can do on their own and what they can with the help of more knowledgeable individuals (Vygotsky, 1978). The field of second-language acquisition is a sub-discipline of applied linguistics, but also receives research attention from a variety of other disciplines, such as psychology and education. For each stage of second language acquisition, the ESL teacher asks the following types of tiered questions: Turn to the sample lesson plans in Appendix 5–8 and select the one that's most appropriate for your grade level. If time allows, add two more teacher strategies to each stage. Have you ever seen the levels of thinking from Bloom's taxonomy aligned with the stages of second language acquisition? Slide 1: The topic for this training session is Second Language Acquisition. As teachers of second language learners, we must have a basic working knowledge base regarding the process that language learners go through to learn a second language. How are we going to accomplish this if we are not all responsible for content and language? Language learning, in contrast to language acquisition, is the process whereby humans past the critical period learn second languages. As Figure 2.3 shows, the levels of thinking and the stages of second language acquisition should operate more as axes than in side-by-side alignment. You may be asked to share your responses with the larger group. The statements on the cards for this activity in Appendix 9 are taken from a high school science class during a plant unit. or "Who has …?" It's easy to keep asking Preproduction students yes/no questions or have them respond by pointing, but the students must do more than simply recall knowledge. 0000001635 00000 n <<70FA7C26FCD39446894D2E8D6A92FDB7>]>> 0000009117 00000 n 2. Second-language acquisition (SLA), second-language learning or L2 (language 2) acquisition, is the process by which people learn a second language. All rights reserved. 0000000816 00000 n The basic principles of language acquisition should be on building self-confidence, introducing English language with ease, building vocabulary and developing the … By Janette Klingner, University of Colorado at Boulder. When English language learners (ELLs) struggle with reading, it can be difficult to distinguish between learning disabilities and the language acquisition process. 0000005588 00000 n Similarities between First and Second Language Acquisition 2.1 Developmental Sequences Researchers have carried out numerous studies to understand the nature of first and second language acquisition. When a child understands the importance of understanding a language and can see how it directly applies to their life, they learn faster. 0000009029 00000 n 0000010076 00000 n A child can learn languages which are spoken by their parents. 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