UNIT 11
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN L1 AND L2 LEARNING
The learning of
the first language L1 is done
naturally and in different contexts from
when we learn the second language L2.
Also in most of the cases it happens in different ages.
In order to
learn a second language we need to develop the principal skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking. The
cognition, talking about
mental process also must be developed. There must be motivation, the learner have to cover his/her expectations in order to learn the
L2.
The acquisition
of a new language will depends strongly of his or her age because is better to
learn something when we are children since we can understand and acquire better
the things, meanwhile being an adult we do not have the same capacity to get
the knowledge unconsciously as children, we need experience more with the
language.
Examples:
- With children I will make them learn the L2 through plays and games.
- With adults I will make them learn the L2 by talking about their personal experiences so they could feel more confident with the topics.
References:
Cook, V.J., Long, J., & McDonough, S. (1979), ‘First and second language learning’, in G.E. Perren (ed.) The Mother Tongue and Other Languages in Education, CILTR, 7-22
Lund, Sweden, September 26-27, 1972
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