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Announcements and
Quick questions and quandaries
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Interactive presentation: Nativist perspectives on first language development |
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Quick write: "Chomsky’s theory was a radical departure from prior perspectives on child language development. What do you think the most important contribution of his work might be/have been?" |
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Small group activity:
Note: Please make sure that each of your group members gets a copy of the handout -- please remind them to check the class outlines for handouts, overheads, and other related materials and/or print out extras for your colleagues. |
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Interactive presentation: Nativist perspectives on second language development - focus on Krashen. |
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Readings
NOTE:
Because Cowie is no longer required - Answer the reading questions below
for either Cummins or Krashen (your choice).
Author: Cummins
| 1) | What is the conversational/academic language proficiency principle? |
| 2) | What is the Linguistic Interdependence Principle? |
| 3) | What does the CUP model imply for the education of English Language Learners? |
| 4) | What is the Additive Bilingualism Enrichment Principle? |
| 5) | What is the Threshold Hypothesis (p. 26-27)? |
| 6) | Now that you've read this chapter:
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Authors: Krashen
| 1.) | What is "submersion"? How is this different from "immersion"? |
| 2.) | Define each of Krashen's five hypothese in your own words. |
| 3.) | How does Krashen suggest his theory applies to the practice of language teaching? |
| 4.) | Now that you've read this chapter:
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Extra
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| Julia Scherba de Valenzuela, Ph.D. |
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updated: Febuary 25, 2008
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