TMN3701
ASSIGNMENT 3
DUE DATE: 28 MAY 2024
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Explain the significant role of input, interaction and output in the
context of additional language teaching. Provide examples to support
your answer.
(According to study guide pg. 12)
1. Input
Definition and Importance:
Input refers to the language that learners are exposed to in various forms, such
as listening and reading. It is essential for language acquisition because it
provides the necessary linguistic data that learners need to internalize and
understand the target language.
Role in Language Acquisition:
Comprehensible Input Hypothesis (Krashen, 1985): This hypothesis suggests
that learners acquire language most effectively when they are exposed to
language input that is just slightly above their current proficiency level (i+1).
This means the input should be understandable but also challenge the learner
to expand their language skills.
Examples:
Listening to Native Speakers: Exposure to native speakers through audio
materials like podcasts, songs, and conversations helps learners understand
natural language use.
Reading: Engaging with written materials such as books, articles, and essays
in the target language introduces learners to new vocabulary and grammatical
structures within a meaningful context.
2. Interaction
Definition and Importance:
3
ASSIGNMENT 3
DUE DATE: 28 MAY 2024
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Explain the significant role of input, interaction and output in the
context of additional language teaching. Provide examples to support
your answer.
(According to study guide pg. 12)
1. Input
Definition and Importance:
Input refers to the language that learners are exposed to in various forms, such
as listening and reading. It is essential for language acquisition because it
provides the necessary linguistic data that learners need to internalize and
understand the target language.
Role in Language Acquisition:
Comprehensible Input Hypothesis (Krashen, 1985): This hypothesis suggests
that learners acquire language most effectively when they are exposed to
language input that is just slightly above their current proficiency level (i+1).
This means the input should be understandable but also challenge the learner
to expand their language skills.
Examples:
Listening to Native Speakers: Exposure to native speakers through audio
materials like podcasts, songs, and conversations helps learners understand
natural language use.
Reading: Engaging with written materials such as books, articles, and essays
in the target language introduces learners to new vocabulary and grammatical
structures within a meaningful context.
2. Interaction
Definition and Importance:
3
