模因理论视角下的二语习得

The Application of Memetics in Second Language Acquisition

模因论是基于达尔文进化论的观点解释文化进化规律的一种新理论。其核心概念模因是文化的基本单位,通过模仿而传播。模因的复制和传播周期需要经过同化、记忆、表达和传输四个阶段,这四个阶段和二语习得的输入、记忆、输出、互动阶段相对应。根据模因理论,在第二语言习得中要重拾传统的学习方法如背诵和模仿等,同时还要加强语言输入和输出,明确语言模因在交流思想、传播文化中的重要性。

Memetics is a new theory to reveal the law of cultural transmission based on Darwin's evolutionary theory. Its core term Meme, a unit of cultural information that spreads by imitation, undergoes four stages of a lifecy-cle:assimilation, retention, expression, and transmission. They are equivalent to input, memory, output and interaction in L2 acquisition. Memetics brings to life the traditional L2 learning methods like reciting and imitation. It stresses the importance of language in communication and culture transmission. More attention should be given to input and out-put in L2 acquisition.