The Two Faces of SLA: Mental Representation and Skill

In this essay, I argue for viewing mental representation and skill as distinct components of language acquisition. My claim is that language is not a monolithic entity—not a new concept, but one that is often overlooked by instructors and some scholars. I examine language as being (min...

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Main Author: Bill Van Patten
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad de Murcia 2010-06-01
Series:International Journal of English Studies (IJES)
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Online Access:http://revistas.um.es/ijes/article/view/113951