The Acquisition-Learning Theory: The Acquisition And Learning Hypothesis

The Acquisition/Learning Hypothesis: In its most general version, the Acquisition / Learning Distinction Hypothesis is deemed to be the most salient all the hypotheses in Krashen's theory as well as the most recognized and valued conceptualization by most linguists and language practitioners. In practice, Krashen postulates that there are two independent systems in a second language competence: 'the acquired system' and 'the learned system'. On the one hand, the 'acquired system' or 'acquisition' is the inevitable corollary of a subconscious and intuitive process of constructing the system of a language, paralleling the process children experience when they acquire their first language. It occurs principally owing to the real interactions between people in surroundings of the target language and culture, where the learner plays an active role. Apart from that understanding and using language transpires through meaningful interaction in the target language termed natural communication in which speakers don't give attention to form of their utterances, but to the communicative act. Along with its structure, it upgrades familiarity with the phonetic characteristics of the language and vocabulary. Furthermore, there is evidence to suggest that it accounts for oral understanding, the capability for creative communication and identification of cultural …show more content…
The common belief to the day is that the aim is to keep this filter as small as possible so that the best results occur in order for the acquisition to take place. This hypothesis embodies Krashen's view that there is a need for an adjustable filter since it freely passes, impedes, or blocks input necessary to acquisition. The Affective Filter hypothesis purports that there are different attitudinal and motivational components which contribute to second language acquisition, as well as determine learner’s success in achieving acquired