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Download full textLiu, Zhiliang – English Language Teaching, 2009
The optimal age in FLL (foreign language learning) for children has been discussed over 50 years but there is no satisfactory conclusion for us. However, the notion "the younger, the better" in FLL has a big market in the world. As a result, the distorted hypothesis is being spread widely as a true and complete theory. Specifically…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Age Differences, Cognitive Structures
Peer reviewedPattison, Bruce – English Language Teaching, 1970
Although stressing that continuing research by no means ensures better teaching," the author briefly discusses certain areas of research in linguistics and related fields which might prove profitable to the language teacher. (FB)
Descriptors: Child Language, Educational Research, Interdisciplinary Approach, Language Instruction
