Analysis Of Krashen's Second Language Acquisition

Register to read the introduction… 2002) Language Acquisition Device suggestion. Taking into account these latter implications as well as Piaget’s, it would be possible to consider the idea that being an adult learner is, in a way, a positive characteristic that may add to a better and more solid acquisition of the L2 on the part of the learner. Children –below 11- have not completely developed their cognitive matrix, therefore, they pick-up the language as they develop the cognitive tools that allow them to do so. On the other hand, adults have their problem-solving skills fully built and their learning of the L2 becomes a conscious action that, with the help of their instructors, they will be able to understand and …show more content…
Low motivation, low self-esteem, and debilitating anxiety can combine to 'raise' the affective filter and form a 'mental block' that prevents comprehensible input from being used for acquisition. In other words, when the filter is 'up' it obstructs language acquisition.
The Affective Filter Hypothesis may be a useful tool to take into account in pronunciation practice in the classroom, especially when working with adolescents and adults. It could be highly beneficial for learners to create an atmosphere in which they feel comfortable and do not fear making mistakes. It is also important to consider that especially adults already have their affective schema and personality fully developed, so the instructor should only monitor the class in an attempt to lower the affective filter so the learners feel free to take advantage of the opportunity to practice their language, especially in listening comprehension and language production.

3.3 Accent and Cultural