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Faerch, Claus; Kasper, Gabriele – Applied Linguistics, 1987
Defines language transfer as a psycholinguistic procedure by which second language learners activate prior knowledge in developing or using their interlanguage. A functional differentiation of language transfer is proposed, according to its activation in learning, reception, and production. (Author/LMO)
Descriptors: Code Switching (Language), Cognitive Processes, Interference (Language), Interlanguage