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A Theoretical Perspective on the Nature of Linguistic Aptitude
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Neufeld, Gerald – International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, 1978
A study which presents evidence against the relevance of age and innate linguistic talent as significant variables in language learning. Arguments are given favoring the significance of psychological and sociological factors. A special talent for language learning probably exists; new research is needed to explore what it comprises. (AMH)
Descriptors: Age, Aptitude, Bilingualism, Language Ability
Die Forderung nach Sprech- und Situationsublichkeit: Zur theoretischen Begrundung und terminologischen Klarung (The Demand for Situational, Linguistic Standardization: Theoretical Foundation and Terminological Clarification)
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Eppert, Franz – International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, 1971
Portion of an address delivered at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Teachers of German, November 27, 1970, in Los Angeles, California. (WB)
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Context Clues, Deep Structure, Language Ability
Linguistics and Language Teaching
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Van Ek, J. A. – International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, 1971
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Language Ability, Language Instruction, Language Research