18 Questions
What is the primary focus of the study of second language acquisition (SLA)?
The study of how learners acquire a non-primary language beyond their native language
Which of the following best describes the development of the field of SLA?
SLA has expanded and developed significantly in the past 40-45 years
What is the main goal of the study of SLA?
To develop a complete theory of how second languages are learned
Which of the following disciplines is most closely related to the study of SLA?
Linguistics
What is the key difference between first and second language acquisition?
The amount of exposure to the language
Which of the following is a characteristic of the field of SLA?
It has seen increased sophistication in the past 40-45 years
What is the primary focus of second language acquisition?
Understanding the processes underlying the learning of a second language
Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between second language acquisition and language pedagogy?
The study of second language acquisition is separate from language pedagogy, but there may be implications drawn from one field to the other
Which discipline does second language acquisition most closely align with?
It is not easily categorized as part of the humanities or sciences
Which of the following aspects of language is not typically considered part of the field of second language acquisition?
Language pedagogy
What type of processes does second language acquisition study?
Human constructs and concerns, as opposed to natural processes or social relations
Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between second language acquisition and social relations?
Social relations are an integral part of second language acquisition
What does SLA stand for in the context of the text?
Second Language Acquisition
How is Foreign Language Learning different from Second Language Acquisition?
Foreign Language Learning refers to learning non-native languages in the native language environment, while SLA involves learning non-native languages in their spoken environment.
Which term could be used alternatively to SLA?
Second Language Studies (SLS)
What distinguishes Second Language Acquisition from Foreign Language Learning?
Second Language Acquisition occurs in the environment where the language is spoken, while Foreign Language Learning happens in a classroom setting.
In the context of the text, what does SLA encompass?
Acquiring a second/foreign language
Why does the text continue to use the term SLA?
Because it is widely recognized in the field, despite not being the most descriptive term.
Explore the terminology related to the acquisition of a second language, including Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and Second Language Studies (SLS). Understand the differences in usage and meaning of these terms in language learning contexts.
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