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Kathleen B. Jones Clinton City Schools jonesk@clintonschools.org Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Noam Chomsky - Language is a natural biological process. Although language rules may not be similar- the ability to identify correctly formed sentences is universal and independent of meaning. LAD – Language Acquisition Device Universal Grammar – a set of universal rules that govern language. Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Myles (2008) If humans have LAD, this could place constraints on second language acquisition. Innate language learning during L1 could hinder L2 learning. Explains why young learners learn L1 easier than L2 Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Emphasis on learner interaction and the social aspects of language learning Studies the nature of interactions that take place in second language learning Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Research shows that interactions and error corrections assist in promoting second language acquisition Learning involves interactions between learners, teachers, and peers (Vygostky, 1986). Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Critical Period Hypothesis ◦ Natural language takes place between the critical ages of two years to about age twelve (Lenneburg) ◦ Before age two the brain is not developed enough and after age twelve the brain experiences loss of plasticity ◦ Lateralization of the language function in the brain is complete around puberty ◦ Critical period limits L1 and L2 acquisition Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Contextual factors ◦ Language L1 and L2 similarities and differences L1 proficiency Knowledge of L2 Attitudes Dialect and register ◦ Learner Diversity in classroom Support groups Home environment Goals for language learning ◦ Learning Process Learning style Cultural influences Motivation Interactions Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Respect student errors. Address errors that students are capable of correcting. Self-repair is preferable to other-repair. Develop strategies to help students overcome avoidance. Remember – student errors are a precious resource. Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Be aware of the validity of components of innateness. (Can explain what we don’t understand about student learning.) Interactionist approach used in CCS ◦ High degree of interactions in the classroom ◦ Curriculum requires us to use this approach ◦ Assessment requires us to use this approach ◦ Will help student learn English at a faster rate ◦ Vocabulary instruction is enhanced ◦ Our instruction of teaching reading, writing, speaking and listening is based on the interactionist approach. Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Credibility with innatist theories Interactionist theory more useful in today’s classroom ◦ Vocabulary instruction ◦ Socialization ◦ Reading and writing as well as speaking and listening ◦ Interaction strong in classroom/society ◦ Quicker acquisition of language Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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ESL Mania- Ideas for teaching ESL ESL Mania Instructional strategies - Instructional strategies for teachers Instructional strategies Classroom Instruction that Works - (Marzano) Classroom Instruction that Works Lanternfish -site with many useful ideas Lanternfish TESOL – Resource page with many resources TESOL Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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Answers.com (n.d.) Retrieved online on 5/24/2010 at: http://. w ww.answers.com/topic/language-acquisitionhttp:// w ww.answers.com/topic/language-acquisition Craig, D.V. Formal approaches to second language acquisition. Department of Educational Leadership, Middle Tennessee State University. Retrieved online on 5/20/2010 at: https://elearn.mtsu.edu/d2l/orgTools/ouHome/ouHome.asp?ou=1579251&cont entURL=/lms/email/frame.d2l https://elearn.mtsu.edu/d2l/orgTools/ouHome/ouHome.asp?ou=1579251&cont entURL=/lms/email/frame.d2l Selinker, L. & Gass, S.(2008). Second language acquisition. New York, NY: Routeledge. Myles, F. Second language acquisition research: Its significance for learning and teaching issues. Retrieved online on 5/21/2010 at:http://www.llas.ac.uk/resources/gpg/421http://www.llas.ac.uk/resources/gpg/421 Woozley, I.(n.d). Second language acquisition and the communicative approach. Retrieved online at: http://niigatajet.net/Documents/Second_Language_Acquisition.pdf http://niigatajet.net/Documents/Second_Language_Acquisition.pdf Kathleen B. Jones jonesk@clintonschools.org
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