Second Language Acquisition Terminology
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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 (correct)
  • The study of how learners acquire their native language
  • The study of how learners acquire multiple languages simultaneously
  • The study of how learners acquire language through formal instruction

    • 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 (correct)
  • SLA has only recently emerged as a distinct field of study
  • SLA has been a well-established field of study for over a century
  • SLA has remained largely unchanged since its inception

    • What is the main goal of the study of SLA?

  • To understand the process of acquiring a native language
  • To improve language teaching methods
  • To study the differences between first and second language acquisition
  • To develop a complete theory of how second languages are learned (correct)

    • Which of the following disciplines is most closely related to the study of SLA?

    <p>Linguistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between first and second language acquisition?

    <p>The amount of exposure to the language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of the field of SLA?

    <p>It has seen increased sophistication in the past 40-45 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of second language acquisition?

    <p>Understanding the processes underlying the learning of a second language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between second language acquisition and language pedagogy?

    <p>The study of second language acquisition is separate from language pedagogy, but there may be implications drawn from one field to the other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which discipline does second language acquisition most closely align with?

    <p>It is not easily categorized as part of the humanities or sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following aspects of language is not typically considered part of the field of second language acquisition?

    <p>Language pedagogy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of processes does second language acquisition study?

    <p>Human constructs and concerns, as opposed to natural processes or social relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between second language acquisition and social relations?

    <p>Social relations are an integral part of second language acquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SLA stand for in the context of the text?

    <p>Second Language Acquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Foreign Language Learning different from Second Language Acquisition?

    <p>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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term could be used alternatively to SLA?

    <p>Second Language Studies (SLS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Second Language Acquisition from Foreign Language Learning?

    <p>Second Language Acquisition occurs in the environment where the language is spoken, while Foreign Language Learning happens in a classroom setting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, what does SLA encompass?

    <p>Acquiring a second/foreign language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text continue to use the term SLA?

    <p>Because it is widely recognized in the field, despite not being the most descriptive term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Study of Second Language Acquisition (SLA)

    • The primary focus of SLA is understanding how people acquire a second language.
    • The development of SLA as a field involved an interdisciplinary approach, combining insights from linguistics, psychology, education, and sociology.
    • The main goal of SLA is to understand the cognitive, social, and emotional processes involved in acquiring a second language.
    • SLA is most closely related to the discipline of linguistics.
    • The key difference between first and second language acquisition is the age of the learner, with first language acquisition occurring in childhood and second language acquisition occurring later in life.
    • A characteristic of the field of SLA is its interdisciplinary nature.

    Focus of Second Language Acquisition

    • The primary focus of SLA is the acquisition of a second language, exploring the mental processes, social contexts, and emotional factors that influence language learning.
    • SLA studies the processes of language development, language use, and language maintenance.

    Relationship between SLA and Other Fields

    • SLA is closely related to language pedagogy, informing teaching methods and materials.
    • SLA most closely aligns with linguistics, as it explores the linguistic aspects of language acquisition.
    • Phonology, syntax, and semantics are aspects of language typically considered part of SLA.

    Social Aspects of SLA

    • SLA also explores the relationship between language acquisition and social relations, recognizing that language learning is influenced by social contexts.

    Terminology

    • SLA stands for Second Language Acquisition in the context of the text.
    • Foreign Language Learning is different from SLA in that it refers to learning a language outside of the target language country, whereas SLA can occur in the target language country.
    • Alternative terms for SLA include Foreign Language Acquisition or Language Acquisition.
    • What distinguishes SLA from Foreign Language Learning is the context in which language learning occurs.
    • In the context of the text, SLA encompasses the study of how people acquire a second language, exploring the cognitive, social, and emotional processes involved.
    • The text continues to use the term SLA due to its widespread recognition and acceptance in the field.

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    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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