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HOw Do Humans acquire language?
HOw Do Humans acquire language?
We acquire language through interaction. This video talks about child language acquisition and adult second language acquisition.
Bics vs. CaLP???
Bics vs. CaLP???
Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills) &
Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency
BICS
BICS
Everyday, social language
NOT related to academic achievement
Used in playgrounds, lunchroom, casual conversations, etc.
"Sound fluent" - but may still struggle academically
Attained within about 2 years in host country
CALP
CALP
Academic language used in school
Context-reduced (few visual cues)
Used in reading, writing, tests, lectures
Needed to succeed in academic content
Requires high level of reading & writing
Attained in 5-7 YEARS in host country
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