The Essential Contributions of Formal Instruction in Adult Second Language Learning.

Krashen, Stephen D.; Seliger, Herbert W.

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Publication Date: 1975

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The Essential Contributions of Formal Instruction in Adult Second Language Learning

Krashen, Stephen D.; Seliger, Herbert W.

Tesol Quarterly, 9, 2, 173-183, Jun 75

For adults, there is a correlation between the years of formal study of English and English proficiency. Formal instruction in general is more beneficial for second language learning than exposure to the second language in natural situations. The essential contributions of formal instruction are investigated. (Author/ND)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Students, English (Second Language), Language Instruction, Language Proficiency, Learning, Second Language Learning, Teaching Methods

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