Condit Second Lang Learning

by Various

Spolsky here examines the conditions under which languages are learned, and how learning related to teaching. His theory, set out in the form of a preference model, emphasizes the need to be precise and clear on the nature of the goals and outcomes of learning, and to recognize the complexity
of the concept of "knowing a second language."

284 pages, Hardcover

First published June 22, 1989

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[Gregory Feehan · Rating 5 out of 5]

As stated in his conclusion, "I want to account for learning rather than explain how to teach." Mission accomplished. The preference theory presented by Bernard Spolsky offers a broad spectrum of conditions (either required or typical) that are often satisfied (either absolutely or to some degree) during the language learning process. This is a thorough introduction to the world of SLA and presents an aggregate of studies and their conclusions in the field up to the late 1980s.

Recommended for foreign language teachers as an "Empathy Guidebook" to better understand what factors may be directly/indirectly impacting the learning of individual students; recommended for foreign language students as a point of reflection on their own learning, and context.