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Language learning and teaching theories provide a ______ from which we can view our teaching or learning approach.
Language learning and teaching theories provide a ______ from which we can view our teaching or learning approach.
position/perspective
The main principles that theories are based on are known as ______.
The main principles that theories are based on are known as ______.
tenets
According to the Output Hypothesis, we learn through ______ and writing.
According to the Output Hypothesis, we learn through ______ and writing.
speaking
Swain M is the theorist associated with the ______ hypothesis.
Swain M is the theorist associated with the ______ hypothesis.
The Input Hypothesis asserts that we learn through comprehensible ______.
The Input Hypothesis asserts that we learn through comprehensible ______.
[Blank] is the theorist associated with the Input Hypothesis.
[Blank] is the theorist associated with the Input Hypothesis.
The LAD sifts and organizes new input during interaction, according to ______ grammar.
The LAD sifts and organizes new input during interaction, according to ______ grammar.
Chomsky N is associated with the theory of Universal ______.
Chomsky N is associated with the theory of Universal ______.
According to sociocultural theory, we learn through interaction and negotiating of meaning in ______ work.
According to sociocultural theory, we learn through interaction and negotiating of meaning in ______ work.
[Blank] L is associated with sociocultural theory.
[Blank] L is associated with sociocultural theory.
Theoretical perspectives consider different aspects of how language is taught, ______, or learnt.
Theoretical perspectives consider different aspects of how language is taught, ______, or learnt.
Understanding language structure from a theoretical perspective benefits learners by making life ______.
Understanding language structure from a theoretical perspective benefits learners by making life ______.
The theoretical perspectives offer different views on how language is ______, acquired or learnt.
The theoretical perspectives offer different views on how language is ______, acquired or learnt.
The LAD organizes the ______ information encountered during interaction to facilitate language acquisition.
The LAD organizes the ______ information encountered during interaction to facilitate language acquisition.
Input Hypothesis emphasizes the necessity of ______ input for effective learning.
Input Hypothesis emphasizes the necessity of ______ input for effective learning.
The ______ theory suggests learners use interaction and negotiation to understand meanings in collaborative settings.
The ______ theory suggests learners use interaction and negotiation to understand meanings in collaborative settings.
Learning/teaching theories provide us with a framework to view our teaching or learning ______.
Learning/teaching theories provide us with a framework to view our teaching or learning ______.
Presenting the ______ structure using a theoretical approach aids in making the acquisition simpler for learners.
Presenting the ______ structure using a theoretical approach aids in making the acquisition simpler for learners.
Theories provide a foundation of main ______ on which practices and methodologies are established.
Theories provide a foundation of main ______ on which practices and methodologies are established.
The output hypothesis focuses on learning via actively ______ through language use, such as writing and speaking.
The output hypothesis focuses on learning via actively ______ through language use, such as writing and speaking.
Flashcards
Learning Theories
Learning Theories
Theoretical viewpoints on how languages are taught and learned.
Output Hypothesis
Output Hypothesis
Learning through speaking and writing. It emphasizes the importance of producing language to facilitate learning.
Input Hypothesis
Input Hypothesis
Learning through comprehensible input. Learners acquire language when they understand messages slightly above their current level.
Universal Grammar
Universal Grammar
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Sociocultural Theory
Sociocultural Theory
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Study Notes
- Language is taught, acquired, or learned through different theoretical perspectives.
- Language learning/teaching theories explain how to view teaching or learning approaches.
- Theories have tenets, which are the main principles on which they are based.
Summary of Theories
- Output Hypothesis states that one learns through speaking and writing; Swain M is the theorist.
- Input Hypothesis states that one learns through comprehensible input; Krashen S is the theorist.
- Universal Grammar states that the Language Acquisition Device (LAD) sifts and organizes new input during interaction; Chomsky N is the theorist.
- Sociocultural Theory states that one learns through interaction and negotiating meaning in group work; Vygotsky L is the theorist.
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