Individual Differences in Language Learning

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What is the main reason why some second language learners make rapid progress while others progress only slowly?

Their linguistic abilities

Their motivation to learn

Their learning strategies

Their individual differences in personalities and styles (correct)

What are individual differences, according to Dörnyei (2005)?

Temporary characteristics that apply to some people

Changing characteristics that apply to nobody

Enduring personal characteristics that apply to everybody (correct)

Acquired characteristics that apply to a few people

How can one learn about individual differences?

Through conducting research only

Through linguistic analysis only

Through introspection and interaction with other people (correct)

Through reading books and watching television only

What are the various individual differences that can affect language learning?

Personality, Age, Sex, Aptitude, Motivation, Learning Styles, and Learning Strategies Signup and view all the answers

Why are individual differences important for language teachers to be aware of?

Because they affect language learning outcomes Signup and view all the answers

How do individual differences compare to linguistic factors in SLA research?

They are given less importance Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of a language teacher's role besides imparting knowledge?

Being a psychologist who can modify teaching methodology Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of studying individual differences in language learning?

To improve the success ratio in second language acquisition Signup and view all the answers

What should a teacher do to help students use their individual differences to their advantage?

Modify teaching methodology according to individual differences Signup and view all the answers

What is implied about the differences between students?

They are significant and should be considered in teaching practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the references provided?

Second language acquisition and individual differences Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the passage?

The significance of considering individual differences in language teaching Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that determines the level of second language acquisition?

The combination of factors controlled by nature or shaped by nurture Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an individual learner difference that affects second language acquisition?

Prior language learning experience Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a language teacher in relation to individual learner differences?

To recognize and accommodate individual learner differences in students Signup and view all the answers

Which individual learner difference is most closely related to a person's ability to learn a language?

Aptitude Signup and view all the answers

What is the main conclusion of the paper regarding individual learner differences?

Individual learner differences have a significant impact on language acquisition Signup and view all the answers

How many individual learner differences are discussed in the paper?

7 Signup and view all the answers