CONTRIBUTIONS OF
ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES

TO LANGUAGE TEACHING   

 

Jill Kerper Mora, Ed.D.
San Diego State University 
 

LINGUISTICS

Description of the components and structure of language

Concept of language universals

Surface vs. deep structure of language

 


   

 

PSYCHOLINGUISTICS

Understanding of language development and the second-language acquisition process

Competence vs. performance

Affective variables in language learning

Cognitive strategies of language learners

Effects of bilingualism on cognitive development

 


   

 

SOCIOLINGUISTICS

Consideration of the total language environment

Communication & the functions of language

Cultural factors that influence language learning

Social and interpersonal language learning variables

Studies of language variations, language prestige and bilingualism in social contexts

 
 
 
   

 

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Understanding of self-esteem and motivation in students

Sequential nature of language learning

Theories of cognitive development and learning strategies

Elements of sound curriculum design

Characteristics of effective teaching  

 

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