Two Textbook Representations of Second Language Acquisition and Universal Grammar:

Thomas, Margaret

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ERIC Number: EJ677149

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Two Textbook Representations of Second Language Acquisition and Universal Grammar: "Access" and "Constraint."

Thomas, Margaret

Second Language Research, v19 n4 p359-76 Oct 2003

Reviews two textbooks that introduce generative research on second language acquisition and evaluate existing proposals about the role of universal grammar. Comparison of the two texts provides an opportunity to examine conventions the field uses in representing itself to a novice readership. (Author/VWL)

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Grammar, Language Research, Language Universals, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Textbooks

Publication Type: Book/Product Reviews; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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