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What distinguishes human language from other animal communication systems?
What distinguishes human language from other animal communication systems?
What does Applied Linguistics primarily concern itself with?
What does Applied Linguistics primarily concern itself with?
When did Applied Linguistics develop as an independent area of study?
When did Applied Linguistics develop as an independent area of study?
What is the primary goal of linguistics?
What is the primary goal of linguistics?
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What are the main areas of concern for Applied Linguistics?
What are the main areas of concern for Applied Linguistics?
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Study Notes
Language and Communication
- Human language is distinct from other animal communication systems due to its creativity, complexity, and ability to convey abstract information.
Applied Linguistics
- Applied Linguistics primarily concerns itself with the practical applications of language in real-life contexts, such as language teaching, language policy, and language assessment.
- It developed as an independent area of study in the 1960s and 1970s.
- The primary goal of linguistics is to understand the structure, properties, and usage of language.
Areas of Concern for Applied Linguistics
- Language acquisition and language teaching
- Language policy and planning
- Language assessment and testing
- Discourse analysis and pragmatics
- Language and culture
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Test your knowledge of the fundamental concepts in applied linguistics, including its relationship with linguistics and its practical applications in real-life language-related issues.
