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Two Textbook Representations of Second Language Acquisition and Universal Grammar: "Access" and "Constraint."
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Thomas, Margaret – Second Language Research, 2003
Reviews two textbooks that introduce generative research on second language acquisition and evaluate existing proposals about the role of universal grammar. Comparison of the two texts provides an opportunity to examine conventions the field uses in representing itself to a novice readership. (Author/VWL)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Grammar, Language Research, Language Universals