Stages of Second Language Acquisition Flashcards
1
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Preproduction
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Period when second language students begin to internalize the English language. Students have minimal or no language and comprehension skills.
2
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Early Production
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When students have limited comprehension and language skills but can speak familiar one- or two-word responses.
3
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Speech emergence
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students have increased comprehension and language abilities and begin to produce simple sentences and phrases, but some basic errors in grammar and speech exist.
4
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Intermediate fluency
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When students have an advanced command of the English language and comprehension.
5
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Advanced fluency
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students have competency in English oral and written communication. Students should participate fully in grade-level classroom activities.
