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The study of language focusing on how it is actually used by people.

The study of language focused on establishing the relationships between different languages.

The study of language that focuses on identifying the smallest units of language and how they create a structured system.

The idea that people inherently possess an innate knowledge of grammatical rules, even without formal learning.

The idea that language is a complex system of rules that are acquired through exposure and interaction, rather than being explicitly taught.

The ability to use language effectively and appropriately in various situations.

The ability to use language in accordance with the grammatical rules of a language.

The theory that humans are born with a specific part of the brain that allows them to quickly learn the grammar of any language.

The traditional view of grammar, focusing on rules for composing sentences. Similar to a set of rules defining how to construct correct sentences.

The first English grammar, created by Aelfric, following Latin models. Marked the beginning of developing English grammar.

Grammars analyzing how language has changed over time. Focus on how grammar evolves.

Grammars studying the use of language in specific contexts, focusing on how people use language in different situations.

Theories proposing that language acquisition is largely due to environmental factors like habits and neural connections.

Theories suggesting that language acquisition is innate, with a universal grammar (UG) enabling language learning.

Theories emphasizing the role of interaction in language acquisition, where function drives structure.

A type of grammar focused on providing rules for correct usage of language. It dictates how language should be used.

The study of how language is learned and how grammar is acquired during that process.

A theory that suggests that grammar is acquired in a predictable order, with certain structures (such as negation) being acquired before others.

A theory that explains how grammar is used in communication. Functional grammars are concerned with the relationship between language structure and its communicative function.

A period in history where grammar was primarily focused on establishing rules and standards for correct language use.

A type of grammar that focuses on how language is used to communicate meaning in context. It emphasizes the flexibility and adaptability of language.

The idea that language change is inevitable and natural, and that no form of a language is inherently better or worse.

The idea that no form of language spoken by a particular community should be considered inherently superior to another.

The idea that a language is not neutral, but reflects the cultural values and concerns of its speakers.

The idea that the 'correct' way to use a language is based on how it is generally used by its speakers, not on arbitrary rules.

The idea that English is a living language that has evolved over time, with some forms being more common or preferred in certain contexts.

The idea that English is not a static language, but one that adapts and changes to reflect the needs of its speakers.

The idea that language influences our thoughts and perceptions of the world.

A shift in language teaching methods from focusing on grammar rules to focusing on using language for communication.

The method of presenting and explaining grammatical concepts based on their use in real-life situations.

A set of steps for teaching grammar structures to students, including exposure, isolation, practice and explanation.

Exercises designed to help students understand how grammatical structures are used in real-world contexts and practice using them in communicative situations.

Applying grammatical rules in real-world contexts, like writing letters or filling in questionnaires, to help students understand how grammar functions.

Drills that focus on substituting elements within the same grammatical category, aiming for automaticity in using grammar rules.

Teaching grammar in a way that prioritizes its role in communication and emphasizes acquiring grammatical structures naturally through communication.

The idea that grammar is taught not only for its own sake but to improve students' ability to perform specific language functions and tasks.

An approach to teaching grammar that emphasizes understanding how grammatical structures are used in real-life communication.

Practicing grammar concepts in a structured way, aiming to develop accuracy and fluency. This includes exercises like fill-in-the-gaps and transformations.