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Second Language Acquisition TheoriesGreta M Samuels
Stephen Krashen
Acquisition-LearningMonitor Natural Order Input Affective Filter
Theories for 2nd Language Acquisition
Affectiveaffectivefektiv/adjectivePsychologyadjective: affectiverelating to moods, feelings, and attitudes.
Affective Filter TheoryHigh MotivationSelf ConfidenceGood Self ImageLow Anxiety LevelsSUCCESSFUL*Better equipped to acquire the 2nd language*
Learners that exhibit
Affective Filter TheoryLearners that exhibit
Low MotivationLow Self EsteemPoor Self ImageHigh Anxiety Levels
Creates a mental block
*Prevents learners from acquiring the 2nd language* Positive affect is necessary for acquisition to take place
Delivering Positive AffectCreate a positive and warm environment!Set the tone for the emotional environmentSet clear rules that ensure safety and respect for all Allow voices to be heard freely without fear or humiliationLet students get to know you as a person build a relationship of trust and students feeling comfortable around you.Set clear expectations of what YOU expect from them and what THEY can expect from you!
Tips for Speaking to your studentsUse HUMORa technique used to lower the affective filter so that the students feel less anxiety. This is an important consideration in language classrooms where many students feel a great deal of stress when using the target language orally.Use students NAME
Use Eye Contact
Use Positive language
Try to interact with children outside of the classroom
Affective Filter Theory"In the real world, conversations with sympathetic native speakers who are willing to help the acquirer understand are very helpful." Stephen Krashen
Referenceshttp://www.sk.com.br/sk-krash.html
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