The Sociocultural Approach to SLA Glossary by Jean Nunez Jimenez https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf By Jean Núñez and Karol Hernández en-us 2023-08-08 00:54:00 UTC 2023-08-11 16:53:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png Sociocultural Approach jeannunezjimenez1 https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657594998 It emphasizes the role of social interactions, cultural context, and collaborative activities in language learning. It is based on the idea that language development is closely intertwined with social and cultural factors. According to this approach, individuals learn language through interactions with others, and learning is mediated by cultural tools and practices.


]]> 2023-08-08 00:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657594998 Psychological Theory jeannunezjimenez1 https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657595598 It refers to the various theoretical frameworks that explain how individuals acquire and develop a second language. These theories encompass different perspectives on cognitive processes, memory, perception, and motivation involved in language learning.


]]> 2023-08-08 00:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657595598 Zone of Proximal Development jeannunezjimenez1 https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657596061 It refers to the range of tasks or activities that a learner can perform with the help of a more knowledgeable individual. 


]]> 2023-08-08 00:59:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657596061 Mediation jeannunezjimenez1 https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657596509 “It is the creation of and use of artificial auxiliary means of acting-physically, socially, and mentally.” It refers to the role of social and cultural tools, such as language, artifacts, and symbols, in facilitating learning and communication.


]]> 2023-08-08 01:00:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657596509 Concept-Based Instruction jeannunezjimenez1 https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657597077 It involves teaching language through the exploration and understanding of underlying concepts and ideas.


]]> 2023-08-08 01:00:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657597077 Activity Theory jeannunezjimenez1 https://padlet.com/jeannunezjimenez1/5vu597b1b4e7fqaf/wish/2657597659 It emphasizes the role of social activities and interactions in learning and development. It views learning as a dynamic process influenced by the cultural, historical, and social contexts in which individuals are situated.


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