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Peer reviewedAronson, Howard I. – Modern Language Journal, 1973
Discusses problems in second language acquisition caused by linguistic interference and emphasizes the importance of positive attitudes. (RL)
Descriptors: Contrastive Linguistics, Interference (Language), Language Instruction, Language Skills
Peer reviewedValdman, Albert – Modern Language Journal, 1975
It is argued that three misconceptions about language learning have limited the utility of performance objectives in individualized second language instruction. These misconceptions--confusion between competence and performance, inadequate identification of linguistic elements, and assumption that linguistic elements correspond to learning…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Competency Based Education, Individualized Instruction, Language Instruction
