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Searching for the Cognitive Locus of Foreign Language Learning Difficulties: Linking First and Second Language Learning.

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Sparks, Richard; Ganschow, Leonore – Modern Language Journal, 1993

A theoretical basis for a first-/second-language link is presented along with an explanation of why current global theories of language are incomplete. Implications for foreign language (FL) methodology and instruction for students with FL learning problems are addressed. (123 references) (LB)

Descriptors: Language Acquisition, Language Research, Learning Problems, Linguistic Theory

The Impact of Native Language Learning Problems on Foreign Language Learning: Illustrations of the Linguistic Coding Deficit Hypothesis.

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Sparks, Richard L.; Ganschow, Leonore – Modern Language Journal, 1993

A discussion of the Linguistic Coding Deficit Hypothesis presents an overview of the theory; describes five prototypes of second-language learners, each illustrated by a distinct language processing profile; and examines how the ability to identify prototypes can help teachers interpret student difficulties and design instruction to address them.…

Descriptors: Case Studies, Classification, Cognitive Style, Comparative Analysis