In the realm of psychology and language acquisition,the exploration of“individual differences”-encompassing attributes such as personality traits,motivation,and language aptitude-has long been a focal point of schol...In the realm of psychology and language acquisition,the exploration of“individual differences”-encompassing attributes such as personality traits,motivation,and language aptitude-has long been a focal point of scholarly investigation.Within this sphere,the book“Researching Creativity in Second Language Acquisition”by Ashleigh Pipes offers a fresh perspective on the role of creativity as a significant individual difference in Second Language Acquisition(SLA).Positioned against the backdrop of extensive empirical research on individual differences,this book stands out by focusing on the often overlooked aspect of creativity,which Pipes argues,holds paramount importance in SLA.展开更多
Input theory as a theoretical foundation in language teaching plays an important role in SLA.Though a wealth of re⁃search has been done by linguists to demonstrate the importance of language input in SLA,little has be...Input theory as a theoretical foundation in language teaching plays an important role in SLA.Though a wealth of re⁃search has been done by linguists to demonstrate the importance of language input in SLA,little has been written about the type and amount of language input for successful SLA,especially its processing model while acquiring a second language.This paper first discusses the Krashen’s input hypothesis in language learning,and then an introduction to Chaudron’s processing model of in⁃put is made.In the final part,the author explains the acquisition process based on word acquisition and grammar acquisition and concludes that in the process of acquiring a second language,the language learners reconstruct a new cognitive model by taking in consistent comprehensible language input.展开更多
"Teaching how to learn"has become very popular nowadays,and it is also very important to explore language learn ing strategies(LLS) in second language acquisition(SLA). Teachers' perspective will greatly..."Teaching how to learn"has become very popular nowadays,and it is also very important to explore language learn ing strategies(LLS) in second language acquisition(SLA). Teachers' perspective will greatly affect the result of strategy instruction and training and how to help students acquire second language effectively is worthy researching.展开更多
Construction grammar attempts to reveal the nature, structure, and functions of language. As a theoretical system of language based on cognitive linguistics, construction grammar is a reaction and thus a contrast to t...Construction grammar attempts to reveal the nature, structure, and functions of language. As a theoretical system of language based on cognitive linguistics, construction grammar is a reaction and thus a contrast to the traditional generative grammar. This paper tries to outline the major propositions of construction grammar and construction theory, analyses the significance of constructions and their relations to second language acquisition (SLA) and the routes of construction acquisition in SLA, plus the orientations in research on the relations between construction acquisition and SLA.展开更多
This article is written for professionals interested in language teaching and research.In the first section,the author reviews the premises of acquisition and learning and definitions for SLA(Second Language Acquisiti...This article is written for professionals interested in language teaching and research.In the first section,the author reviews the premises of acquisition and learning and definitions for SLA(Second Language Acquisition).In the second section,the author emphasizes that learners in different circumstances possess different needs and strategies and achieve different learning outcomes.In the Instructional Role in Language Development,the author focuses on the systematic intervention in learning within a teacher-students environment and its associated factors that influence learners to successfully learn the target language.In the fourth section,the author discusses that the exposure to the target culture may be constructively helpful for Language development.At the end,the author believes that further research on SLA must be done.展开更多
Foreign language motivation is regarded as one source of individual differences in second language acquisition. Learning motivation is a dynamic mechanism which gives rise to learning activities. Learners' motivat...Foreign language motivation is regarded as one source of individual differences in second language acquisition. Learning motivation is a dynamic mechanism which gives rise to learning activities. Learners' motivation is a decisive factor for the success of second language acquisition.展开更多
The differences between children' s L1 acquisition and adults' L2 acquisition based on a qualitative analysis are discussed and compared.Through systematic review of the relevant literature in light of the the...The differences between children' s L1 acquisition and adults' L2 acquisition based on a qualitative analysis are discussed and compared.Through systematic review of the relevant literature in light of the theories of L1 and L2 acquisition between children and adults,and analysis of the factors both influencing children s L1 and adults L2 acquisition.The findings show that two different acquisitions are distinguished in such aspects as in acquisition age,device,mode,environment and motivation,which conclude that children's L1 acquisition is effortless while adults' L2 acquisition is painful.展开更多
This study aims to examine the influence of personality on second language learning.The whole study was based on the researcher’s regular interviews with two ESL Chinese students and the observation of their performa...This study aims to examine the influence of personality on second language learning.The whole study was based on the researcher’s regular interviews with two ESL Chinese students and the observation of their performance during their first semester.Additional data was collected via a simplified Myers Briggs Type Indicator(MBTI)and interviews with their teachers and a native speaker of English.Overall English proficiency was assessed using two Institutional TOEFL tests and their current GPA during their ESL studies.A positive relationship was found between extraversion and spoken English while a slight but passive correlation emerged between extraversion and overall English achievement.展开更多
Event-related potentials(ERPs)are a non-invasive neuro-electrophysiological technique that offers high resolution,real-time continuous measurements,as well as multidimensional probing capabilities,of the temple area o...Event-related potentials(ERPs)are a non-invasive neuro-electrophysiological technique that offers high resolution,real-time continuous measurements,as well as multidimensional probing capabilities,of the temple area of the head.These features enable precise,real-time brain activity measurements,making ERPs a preferred tool for linguistic researchers over the past five decades.This paper reviews the ERP applications and their significance in Second Language Acquisition(SLA)research.By analyzing the cognitive changes in the bilingual language processing mechanisms and language switching processes during SLA,this paper aims to demonstrate how ERPs provide in-depth insights into the cognitive mechanisms of SLA.In addition,this paper explores the prospects for ERP applications and the directions for their technological advancement in China.展开更多
SLA(second language acquisition)research has been carried out in many filed–linguistics,cognitive psychology,psy chology,psycholinguistics,sociolinguistics and education.Researchers try to find out the truth of this ...SLA(second language acquisition)research has been carried out in many filed–linguistics,cognitive psychology,psy chology,psycholinguistics,sociolinguistics and education.Researchers try to find out the truth of this acquisition process.This ar ticle make an introduction to the popular explanation about SLA and further put forward some implications for L2(second lan guage)classroom teaching.展开更多
Stephen Krashen认为,语言习得机制不仅影响母语习得的效果,也对第二语言习得发挥作用。“可理解的语言输入”是语言习得的必要条件,语言输入的作用在于激活这种机制。但“输入假说”也有偏颇之处,我们不应将语言习得完全归功于语言输入...Stephen Krashen认为,语言习得机制不仅影响母语习得的效果,也对第二语言习得发挥作用。“可理解的语言输入”是语言习得的必要条件,语言输入的作用在于激活这种机制。但“输入假说”也有偏颇之处,我们不应将语言习得完全归功于语言输入,语言输出对语言习得同样具有积极意义。从这个意义上来说,大学英语分级教学与“疯狂英语”等创新式教学手段都是对第二语言习得理论的积极应用,其旨在培养语言能力的教学理念与实践对我国的外语教学有着现实的指导意义。展开更多
文摘In the realm of psychology and language acquisition,the exploration of“individual differences”-encompassing attributes such as personality traits,motivation,and language aptitude-has long been a focal point of scholarly investigation.Within this sphere,the book“Researching Creativity in Second Language Acquisition”by Ashleigh Pipes offers a fresh perspective on the role of creativity as a significant individual difference in Second Language Acquisition(SLA).Positioned against the backdrop of extensive empirical research on individual differences,this book stands out by focusing on the often overlooked aspect of creativity,which Pipes argues,holds paramount importance in SLA.
文摘Input theory as a theoretical foundation in language teaching plays an important role in SLA.Though a wealth of re⁃search has been done by linguists to demonstrate the importance of language input in SLA,little has been written about the type and amount of language input for successful SLA,especially its processing model while acquiring a second language.This paper first discusses the Krashen’s input hypothesis in language learning,and then an introduction to Chaudron’s processing model of in⁃put is made.In the final part,the author explains the acquisition process based on word acquisition and grammar acquisition and concludes that in the process of acquiring a second language,the language learners reconstruct a new cognitive model by taking in consistent comprehensible language input.
文摘"Teaching how to learn"has become very popular nowadays,and it is also very important to explore language learn ing strategies(LLS) in second language acquisition(SLA). Teachers' perspective will greatly affect the result of strategy instruction and training and how to help students acquire second language effectively is worthy researching.
文摘Construction grammar attempts to reveal the nature, structure, and functions of language. As a theoretical system of language based on cognitive linguistics, construction grammar is a reaction and thus a contrast to the traditional generative grammar. This paper tries to outline the major propositions of construction grammar and construction theory, analyses the significance of constructions and their relations to second language acquisition (SLA) and the routes of construction acquisition in SLA, plus the orientations in research on the relations between construction acquisition and SLA.
文摘This article is written for professionals interested in language teaching and research.In the first section,the author reviews the premises of acquisition and learning and definitions for SLA(Second Language Acquisition).In the second section,the author emphasizes that learners in different circumstances possess different needs and strategies and achieve different learning outcomes.In the Instructional Role in Language Development,the author focuses on the systematic intervention in learning within a teacher-students environment and its associated factors that influence learners to successfully learn the target language.In the fourth section,the author discusses that the exposure to the target culture may be constructively helpful for Language development.At the end,the author believes that further research on SLA must be done.
文摘Foreign language motivation is regarded as one source of individual differences in second language acquisition. Learning motivation is a dynamic mechanism which gives rise to learning activities. Learners' motivation is a decisive factor for the success of second language acquisition.
文摘The differences between children' s L1 acquisition and adults' L2 acquisition based on a qualitative analysis are discussed and compared.Through systematic review of the relevant literature in light of the theories of L1 and L2 acquisition between children and adults,and analysis of the factors both influencing children s L1 and adults L2 acquisition.The findings show that two different acquisitions are distinguished in such aspects as in acquisition age,device,mode,environment and motivation,which conclude that children's L1 acquisition is effortless while adults' L2 acquisition is painful.
文摘This study aims to examine the influence of personality on second language learning.The whole study was based on the researcher’s regular interviews with two ESL Chinese students and the observation of their performance during their first semester.Additional data was collected via a simplified Myers Briggs Type Indicator(MBTI)and interviews with their teachers and a native speaker of English.Overall English proficiency was assessed using two Institutional TOEFL tests and their current GPA during their ESL studies.A positive relationship was found between extraversion and spoken English while a slight but passive correlation emerged between extraversion and overall English achievement.
基金funded by the“ERP Study on Vocabulary Translation of Second Language Learners”(Project No.:SCWYGJ22-1)of the Sichuan Foreign Language Literature Research Center.
文摘Event-related potentials(ERPs)are a non-invasive neuro-electrophysiological technique that offers high resolution,real-time continuous measurements,as well as multidimensional probing capabilities,of the temple area of the head.These features enable precise,real-time brain activity measurements,making ERPs a preferred tool for linguistic researchers over the past five decades.This paper reviews the ERP applications and their significance in Second Language Acquisition(SLA)research.By analyzing the cognitive changes in the bilingual language processing mechanisms and language switching processes during SLA,this paper aims to demonstrate how ERPs provide in-depth insights into the cognitive mechanisms of SLA.In addition,this paper explores the prospects for ERP applications and the directions for their technological advancement in China.
文摘SLA(second language acquisition)research has been carried out in many filed–linguistics,cognitive psychology,psy chology,psycholinguistics,sociolinguistics and education.Researchers try to find out the truth of this acquisition process.This ar ticle make an introduction to the popular explanation about SLA and further put forward some implications for L2(second lan guage)classroom teaching.