Cross-Linguistic Influence: From Empirical Evidence to Classroom Practice

This insightful book explores how previously learned languages impact the acquisition of new languages, offering practical strategies for educators. Cross-Linguistic Influence provides a thorough understanding of these dynamics.

This book offers a comprehensive examination of cross-linguistic influence (CLI), focusing on the latest research that highlights how previously acquired languages can affect the learning of new languages. Educators gain valuable insights into various levels of language learning, including phonetics, morphosyntax, vocabulary, pragmatics, writing style, and the overall learning context. By understanding these influences, teachers can better support their students in navigating the complexities of language acquisition.

Cross-Linguistic Influence: From Empirical Evidence to Classroom Practice features contributions from various scholars, with most chapters concentrating on English as the target language. However, one chapter uniquely explores the acquisition of French, showcasing the diverse linguistic backgrounds of learners. The first languages represented in this research include Arabic, Basque, Catalan, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Finnish, Galician, Georgian, German, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish, illustrating the global relevance of CLI.

Each chapter concludes with reflections on the pedagogical implications of the findings, providing educators with practical recommendations to enhance classroom practices. By integrating the insights from Cross-Linguistic Influence: From Empirical Evidence to Classroom Practice, teachers can leverage the benefits of CLI to create more effective and inclusive language learning environments, ultimately fostering better outcomes for their students.