Second Language Acquisition vs. Second Language Learning

Dossier / Travail de Séminaire , 2010 , 20 Pages , Note: 2,3

Philologie Anglaise - Linguistique

This paper wants to examine the two processes of acquisition and learning, compare them to find differences and possible similarities and try to find ways to make use of the processes by taking influence on them through intelligent teaching. The field contains multiple approaches and positions among the different researchers. Within this paper, I want to accentuate the two main notions of the research. One of them considers acquisition to be the only effective way to gain language knowledge, the other argues for learning. As representatives of the respective stream, I want to highlight Stephen Krashen's research for the acquisition position and Robert DeKeyser and Catherine J. Doughty on the learning side. Finally, I want to try to derive a couple of possible implications from the research which could enhance second language teaching for the future.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• Introduction
• Definition of Terms and Abbreviations
• Distinction between Second Language Acquisition and Learning
• Acquisition
  • Stephen Krashen
    • Acquisition-Learning Hypotheses
    • Monitor Hypotheses
    • Input Hypotheses
    • Influence of the first language/Transfer
  • Differences Child/Adult SLA
  • Universal Grammar/Instinct
• Learning
  • Robert De Keyser
    • Implicit learning
    • Instructed SLA
  • Arguments for Explicit Learning
• Implications for Teaching
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte

This paper aims to examine the processes of second language acquisition (SLA) and learning, comparing them to find differences and possible similarities. The goal is to explore how these processes can be influenced through intelligent teaching to enhance second language learning for adults. The paper focuses on two main notions of research: one that considers acquisition as the only effective way to gain language knowledge and another that argues for learning. The research of Stephen Krashen represents the acquisition position, while Robert DeKeyser and Catherine J. Doughty represent the learning side.

• Distinction between SLA and learning
• Krashen's Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis
• The role of implicit and explicit learning in SLA
• The influence of the first language on SLA
• Implications for second language teaching

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel

The introduction highlights the mystery of how children acquire their first language effortlessly, while adults struggle with second language learning. The paper defines key terms like acquisition, learning, SLA, and FLA, and discusses the debate surrounding the distinction between acquisition and learning. Some researchers argue that the distinction is artificial, while others maintain its importance for understanding the processes involved. The paper then delves into Stephen Krashen's research on acquisition, exploring his Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis, Monitor Hypothesis, Input Hypothesis, and the influence of the first language on SLA. The chapter also examines the differences between child and adult SLA and the concept of Universal Grammar/Instinct.

The next section focuses on Robert DeKeyser's research on learning, exploring the concepts of implicit and explicit learning in SLA and the role of instructed SLA. The paper then presents arguments for explicit learning and discusses the implications of these findings for second language teaching. The conclusion summarizes the key findings and discusses future prospects for research in this field.

Schlüsselwörter

The keywords and focus themes of the text include second language acquisition (SLA), second language learning, acquisition, learning, implicit learning, explicit learning, instructed SLA, Stephen Krashen, Robert DeKeyser, Catherine J. Doughty, Universal Grammar, and the influence of the first language on SLA. The paper explores the differences and similarities between acquisition and learning, aiming to provide insights into how these processes can be influenced through intelligent teaching to enhance second language learning for adults.

• Université: University of Stuttgart (Institut für Linguistik: Anglistik)
• Cours: Hauptseminar: Language Contact
• Note: 2,3
• Auteur: Matthias Dorsch (Auteur)
• Année de publication: 2010
• Pages: 20
• N° de catalogue: V181754
• ISBN (ebook): 9783656049586
• ISBN (Livre): 9783656049425
• Langue: anglais
• mots-clé: second, language, acquisition, learning