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Language Acquisition and Second Language Acquisition mind maps

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This GoConqr page gathers over 1,000 community-made mind maps on language acquisition and second language acquisition, from learning theories to learner differences. They help university students and professional candidates practice comparing ideas, and give teachers material on theories and teaching approaches; most maps are university level. Pick a map and explore a topic.

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Language acquisition and second language acquisition mind maps

These maps connect ideas about how people learn languages. Some focus on theories, while others explore age, cognitive influences or differences between learners. Several also connect acquisition theories with teaching approaches.

Start with SLA Content if you want to see theories and processes alongside approaches such as the Natural and Communicative approaches. For a closer look at learner factors, try Age and Acquisition, which maps the Critical Period Hypothesis and biological considerations.

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Follow a branch from its central idea and explain the connection in your own words. Then cover the map and sketch the links you remember. Compare your sketch with the original, and use another map to see how a different contributor organizes a related topic.

When you want to read about the ideas in plain text, switch to notes on the unit page. Choose a map to begin your study.

Frequently asked questions

Which mind map is a good starting point?

Language Learning Theories is a useful starting point for comparing several approaches in one map. It includes cognitive language acquisition, behaviorist theory, acculturation theory and Universal Grammar. If you want to focus on a particular learner factor instead, Age and Acquisition looks at the Critical Period Hypothesis.

What do these mind maps cover?

The maps cover theories and processes of language acquisition, as well as learner factors and teaching approaches. For example, Second Language Acquisition Processes and Theories includes the Input Hypothesis, BICS versus CALP and the Interactionist Model. Other maps look at learning strategies, language and culture, and differences between learners.

Are the mind maps free to use?

Yes. Every resource listed here is free to open and study without an account. The maps were made by GoConqr users, so you can look at how different contributors organize related ideas. A free account also lets you make your own mind maps, quizzes, flashcards and notes and save quiz scores.

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