Topics to be addressed in this unit include:error analysis, contrastive analysis and learner language: how the acquired language is studied relationship between first and additional language acquisition foreign language learning cf. Second language acquisition learner variability: Features of the learner (cognitive structure, attitude, age, motivation/engagement, goals, aptitude) which may influence acquisition silent period and language production cognitive effects of second language acquisition features of the sociocultural context of language learning that may influence acquisition the experience of language immersion features of the second language classroom that may influence... -- Course Website
Instructor: P Henry