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Lifelong language learning is influenced by contextual factors such as natural or institutional context, quantity and quality of the ______, and prestige of the studied language.
Lifelong language learning is influenced by contextual factors such as natural or institutional context, quantity and quality of the ______, and prestige of the studied language.
input
Learning a foreign language involves using a verbal ______ that allows one to enter into relationships with others.
Learning a foreign language involves using a verbal ______ that allows one to enter into relationships with others.
code
Each school should honour the rights of students with ______.
Each school should honour the rights of students with ______.
disabilities
A disability shows a disorder in one or more of the basic processes involved in understanding spoken or written ______.
A disability shows a disorder in one or more of the basic processes involved in understanding spoken or written ______.
A good environment will enable all students to develop 'functional-______' capacities.
A good environment will enable all students to develop 'functional-______' capacities.
Flashcards
Lifelong Language Learning
Lifelong Language Learning
The process of acquiring a language over a long period, influenced by factors like the environment, the language's prestige, and the learner's personal qualities.
Contextual Factors in Language Acquisition
Contextual Factors in Language Acquisition
Different factors, such as the setting where learning takes place, the amount and quality of exposure to the language, and the social value of the language, can all affect how well someone learns.
Cognitive Style
Cognitive Style
An individual's unique approach to learning, which involves identifying and using personal strategies for acquiring knowledge.
Inclusion
Inclusion
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Language Disability
Language Disability
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Study Notes
Lifelong Language Learning
- Language acquisition is challenging, affected by both contextual and personal factors.
- Contextual factors include learning environment (natural or institutional), input quality and quantity, reputation of the language.
- Personal factors include intelligence, learning style, and personal connection to the language.
Communication and Cognitive Styles
- Language learning involves mastering a verbal code for communicating in various situations, each with unique rules.
- Students develop their own cognitive styles and learning techniques.
Students with Disabilities
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Schools must respect the rights of students with disabilities.
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Students with severe disabilities have unique requirements and diagnoses.
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Disabilities can affect language processing (speaking or reading comprehension).
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Some disabilities can result from demotivation or poor environments.
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Peer interaction and sharing of strategies is crucial, even if strategies aren't perfect.
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Inclusion benefits all students, fostering emotional and functional development.
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Description
Explore the intricate factors influencing language acquisition, from contextual elements like learning environments to personal aspects such as cognitive styles. This quiz also highlights the challenges faced by students with disabilities in language processing and the importance of peer interaction. Test your knowledge on effective language learning strategies and cognitive approaches.
