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Constructivism in foreign language learning.
Abstract
As Standards for Foreign Language Learning by ACTFL suggests, communication skills are essential in foreign language/L2 acquisition. The author of this article identifies a constructivist approach as a useful and effective tool for improving communication skills in foreign language/L2 education. Although the aim of this article is not to overwhelm readers with the complicated paradigm of constructivism, it hopes to present a practical option in applying a constructivist approach in basic lesson plans.
Introduction
One of the prerequisites in foreign language/L2 acquisition is to become good communicators using the target language. ...
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Source: HighBeam Research, Constructivism in foreign language learning.