UID:
almafu_9958353729902883
Format:
1 online resource (337p.)
ISBN:
9783110211511
Series Statement:
Studies on Language Acquisition [SOLA] ; 34
Content:
The book examines which linguistic properties are hard and which are easy to acquire when learning a second language. The Bottleneck Hypothesis is proposed, which states that inflectional morphemes and their features present the most formidable challenge to learners, while syntax and phrasal semantics pose less difficulty. The numerous empirical studies reviewed in the book indicate that there is no critical period for acquisition of meaning. The findings suggest that an enhanced focus on practicing grammar in language classrooms will be beneficial to learners.
Note:
Frontmatter --
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Table of contents --
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Chapter 1. Introduction --
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Chapter 2. Architecture of the language faculty --
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Chapter 3. Psycholinguistic models of sentence comprehension --
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Chapter 4. What are imaging and ERP studies of bilinguals really testing? --
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Chapter 5. The Bottleneck Hypothesis --
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Chapter 6. Evidence from behavioral studies: Simple Syntax–Complex Semantics --
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Chapter 7. Evidence from behavioral studies: Complex Syntax–Simple Semantics --
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Chapter 8. Implications --
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Backmatter
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In English.
Additional Edition:
ISBN 978-3-11-020322-6
Language:
English
Subjects:
Comparative Studies. Non-European Languages/Literatures
DOI:
10.1515/9783110211511
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110211511
URL:
Volltext
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URL:
Volltext
(URL des Erstveröffentlichers)
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110211511
URL:
https://www.degruyter.com/isbn/9783110211511
