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What is the acquisition learning hypothesis?
What is the acquisition learning hypothesis?
- Language acquisition is a conscious process
- Language acquisition is not influenced by subconscious processes
- Language acquisition involves deliberate effort similar to learning in school (correct)
- Language acquisition does not involve any deliberate effort
What contribution does the monitor hypothesis make to language acquisition?
What contribution does the monitor hypothesis make to language acquisition?
- The monitor hypothesis makes no contribution to language acquisition
- The monitor hypothesis significantly accelerates language acquisition
- The monitor hypothesis makes a very small contribution to language acquisition (correct)
- The monitor hypothesis only contributes to conscious learning of grammar rules
What does the natural order hypothesis indicate about the teaching order of language elements?
What does the natural order hypothesis indicate about the teaching order of language elements?
- The teaching order accelerates the natural order of language acquisition
- The teaching order determines the natural order of language acquisition
- The teaching order completely controls the natural order of language acquisition
- The teaching order has no influence on the natural order of language acquisition (correct)
What does the natural order hypothesis state about language acquisition?
What does the natural order hypothesis state about language acquisition?
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What is the primary way of developing language ability?
What is the primary way of developing language ability?
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Study Notes
Stephen Krashen and Language Acquisition
- Stephen Krashen is considered a renowned expert in explaining language acquisition.
- He has written multiple books on the topic, which are considered essential reading for language learners.
- Krashen's work emphasizes the importance of understanding how language acquisition works.
- Steve Kaufmann, a language learner, highly recommends Krashen's work, particularly his thin book that summarizes the key aspects of language acquisition.
- Krashen's website offers a wealth of free material on language acquisition, making it a valuable resource for language learners.
- Kaufmann plans to create a series of videos explaining Krashen's theories and explanations on language learning.
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This quiz explores the theory of language acquisition by Stephen Krashen, a prominent figure in the field. Learn about the key concepts and principles proposed by Krashen to understand how language learning works.
