Theories of language development and second language learning that depend on social interaction and culture, including the acculturation model, social interactionist theory and translanguaging. A theory belongs here when the cited article defines it through interaction, culture or the use of more than one language in society. Their evidence comes from classrooms and communities where learners use several languages, and it informs how teachers value home languages and the social setting of language learning.
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Acculturation Model (Wikipedia)
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In second-language acquisition, the acculturation model is a theory proposed by John Schumann to describe the acquisition process of a second language (L2) by members of ethnic minorities that typically include immigrants, migrant workers, or the children of such groups.
Social Interactionist Theory (Wikipedia)
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Social interactionist theory (SIT) is an explanation of language development emphasizing the role of social interaction between the developing child and linguistically knowledgeable adults.
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