The Application of Current Second Language Acquisition Research in Instructed Language Learning. A Closer Look at two German School Books


Bachelor Thesis, 2013

45 Pages, Grade: 1,7


Abstract or Introduction

This bachelor thesis deals with the implementation of results from the field of second language acquisition research. In the introduction, the main idea and approach of the work is presented. The guiding question is: Are current research results used in schools and if so, how? For this purpose, the two leading textbooks in Germany are examined against previously established principles of second language acquisition. The base text for establishing these principles is "Principles of Instructed Language Learning" by Ellis Rod (2005).

Following the introduction, the textbooks "Green Line" and "English G 21" are briefly introduced, and their selection is explained. In both cases, the fifth grade editions are analyzed due to these grades being at the beginning of their learning and because many of the principles established contain a special focus on this phase of learning. Furthermore, the curriculum itself is also considered, as it has a significant influence on the content of the textbooks. The second chapter then deals with the establishment of the principles. Based on Ellis' text, current research findings that are directly related to language teaching are summarized and with its help, implementation possibilities are suggested. These implementation possibilities, in turn, form the basis of the analysis of the textbooks.

Details

Title
The Application of Current Second Language Acquisition Research in Instructed Language Learning. A Closer Look at two German School Books
College
Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel  (Englisch)
Grade
1,7
Author
Year
2013
Pages
45
Catalog Number
V1324499
ISBN (eBook)
9783346814630
ISBN (Book)
9783346814647
Language
English
Keywords
Second Language Acquisition, Sprachdidaktik, SLA, Applied Linguistics, Task Based Teaching, TBT, Green Line, Klett, Schulbuch
Quote paper
Lutz Chrobok (Author), 2013, The Application of Current Second Language Acquisition Research in Instructed Language Learning. A Closer Look at two German School Books, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1324499

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