Language Acquisition Obstacles by Hayden Schuljak

Linguistic

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This perspective covers the students individual proficiency in their native language. This proficiency effects the proficiency of the new language that is being learned, according to Cummins.

Physical

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Physical factors can include whether or not a student is sick, tired, or any other physical disability that may cause pain or act as hindrance to academic work. This will negatively impact their overall learning ability which will impact their ability to learn a new language.

Socio-Cultural

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This dimension references factors that include how a students family or culture views the value of learning a new language. It could be seen as a negative thing to adopt the new language or accent which may de-incentivize the student to learn.

Political

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The political perspective covers any state or federally mandated laws surrounding a students education and the language proficiencies needed to engage in that educational environment.

Cognitive

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The cognitive dimension covers the individual personality, interests, and learning style of the student. A student may not be interested in reading and writing in his/her own native language and may prefer more artistic or sports related activities. This will certainly effect their ability to learn a second language.

Affective

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The Affective perspective sheds light on the emotional state of the student and how that effects the students learning. If the student is sad about leaving their home country or feels isolated because of their inability to speak the common language, their ability to learn the new language can be hindered.