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Question 1
1. Refer to Study Unit 1, consider the scenario below, then answer the questions that follow.
1.1. Would you describe the way Rethabile is learning French as naturalistic or instructed
second language learning?
Rethabile’s way of learning French can be described as instructed second language learning because
she is enrolled at UNISA and is studying the language formally, following a structured curriculum
rather than acquiring it through everyday natural exposure (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 42).
1.2. Would you describe the way Siphesihle is learning Setswana as naturalistic or instructed
second language learning?
Siphesihle’s way of learning Setswana is an example of naturalistic second language learning, as he
is learning the language informally by interacting with his Setswana-speaking neighbours, which
allows him to acquire the language through real-life social experiences (LIN1502, Study Guide, p.
42).
1.3. Is Rethabile learning French for instrumental or integrative purposes? What about
Siphesihle? Please specify for what purpose each girl is learning their respective language and
give a reason for your answer.
Rethabile is learning French for instrumental purposes. She needs the language to secure and
perform well in her job at a marketing firm in Paris, which is a practical and goal-oriented
motivation (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 44).
Siphesihle, on the other hand, is learning Setswana for integrative purposes because his motivation is
to communicate and socially integrate with his Setswana-speaking neighbours, reflecting a desire to
participate in the culture associated with the language (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 44).
1.4. What kind of language would French be in South Africa? Why?
In South Africa, French would be considered a foreign language because it is not commonly spoken
as a first language, nor is it used as a medium of daily communication among the general population;
its use is mostly in educational or professional contexts (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 48).
1.5. Define the term heritage language in your own words and give an example.
A heritage language is a language that is traditionally spoken within a family or community and is
passed down from generation to generation, often reflecting cultural identity. An example in South
Africa is isiXhosa, which is maintained in families as a way to preserve cultural heritage (LIN1502,
Study Guide, p. 48).
Question 1
1. Refer to Study Unit 1, consider the scenario below, then answer the questions that follow.
1.1. Would you describe the way Rethabile is learning French as naturalistic or instructed
second language learning?
Rethabile’s way of learning French can be described as instructed second language learning because
she is enrolled at UNISA and is studying the language formally, following a structured curriculum
rather than acquiring it through everyday natural exposure (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 42).
1.2. Would you describe the way Siphesihle is learning Setswana as naturalistic or instructed
second language learning?
Siphesihle’s way of learning Setswana is an example of naturalistic second language learning, as he
is learning the language informally by interacting with his Setswana-speaking neighbours, which
allows him to acquire the language through real-life social experiences (LIN1502, Study Guide, p.
42).
1.3. Is Rethabile learning French for instrumental or integrative purposes? What about
Siphesihle? Please specify for what purpose each girl is learning their respective language and
give a reason for your answer.
Rethabile is learning French for instrumental purposes. She needs the language to secure and
perform well in her job at a marketing firm in Paris, which is a practical and goal-oriented
motivation (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 44).
Siphesihle, on the other hand, is learning Setswana for integrative purposes because his motivation is
to communicate and socially integrate with his Setswana-speaking neighbours, reflecting a desire to
participate in the culture associated with the language (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 44).
1.4. What kind of language would French be in South Africa? Why?
In South Africa, French would be considered a foreign language because it is not commonly spoken
as a first language, nor is it used as a medium of daily communication among the general population;
its use is mostly in educational or professional contexts (LIN1502, Study Guide, p. 48).
1.5. Define the term heritage language in your own words and give an example.
A heritage language is a language that is traditionally spoken within a family or community and is
passed down from generation to generation, often reflecting cultural identity. An example in South
Africa is isiXhosa, which is maintained in families as a way to preserve cultural heritage (LIN1502,
Study Guide, p. 48).
