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Second Language Acquisition: Predicting Less Commonly Taught Languages Learning Success
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Hughes, Haning – Applied Language Learning, 2018
Students at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) are required to study a foreign language. In order to place students into appropriate language courses, especially less commonly taught languages defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), effective language placement policies are essential. The author…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Armed Forces, Student Placement, Second Language Instruction
The Relationships between Grammatical Sensitivity, Noticing of Recasts and Learning of Korean Object Relative Clauses through Conversational Interaction
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Ahn, Seongmee – Applied Language Learning, 2012
Within the input and interaction research paradigm, how learners' individual differences play a role in using learning opportunities during interaction has become one of the main areas of investigation. Recasts have also received much attention in interaction research. This paper explores the extent to which individual differences in grammatical…
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, Language Aptitude, Grammar, Native Speakers
Factors Relating to Learning a Foreign Language among High- and Low-Risk High School Students with Learning Disabilities.
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Ganschow, Lenore; And Others – Applied Language Learning, 1992
This study examines results of a factor analysis on a battery of native language and foreign language aptitude tests administered to 80 high school students enrolled in first semester foreign language classes. Thirty-six students were identified as low risk, 29 as high risk, and 15 as learning disabled. (68 references) (JL)
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, Factor Analysis, High Risk Students, High School Students