Foreign Language Learning : Fact or Fiction / Simon Belasco.

Von Humboldt wrote in 1836 that "....one cannot really teach language but can only present the conditions under which it will develop spontaneously in the mind in its own way..." The author critically illustrates his reasons for supporting this theory of language learning. Concluding remarks summari...

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Main Author: Belasco, Simon
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1972.
Subjects:
Applied Linguistics.
Instructional Materials.
Instructional Program Divisions.
Language Instruction.
Learning Theories.
Modern Languages.
Second Language Learning.
Physical Description:28 pages
Format: Microfilm Book
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Summary:
Von Humboldt wrote in 1836 that "....one cannot really teach language but can only present the conditions under which it will develop spontaneously in the mind in its own way..." The author critically illustrates his reasons for supporting this theory of language learning. Concluding remarks summarize advantages and disadvantages of using contrived educational materials in the classroom. (RL)
Note:ERIC Note: Speech presented at the Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association Spring Conference, Millersville State College, Millersville, Pa., May 13, 1972.
Microform.
Call Number:ED065012 Microfiche
Reproduction Note:
Microfiche. [Washington D.C.]: ERIC Clearinghouse microfiches : positive.