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Second Language Processing of Subordinate Clauses and Anaphora--First Language and Universal Influences: A Review of Flynn's Research.

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Bley-Vroman, Robert; Chaudron, Craig – Language Learning, 1990

Discusses the theory that the second-language processing of subordinate clauses and of anaphora is affected by the basic word order of a learners native language. This phenomenon, believed to be a prediction of universal grammar, is explored. (54 references) (Author/VWL)

Descriptors: Error Patterns, Grammar, Language Processing, Language Research

Error Gravity: A Critical Review of Research Design.

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Rifkin, Benjamin; Roberts, Felicia D. – Language Learning, 1995

Examines error gravity research design and its theoretical assumptions. Results indicate that investigators have only skimmed the surface of the process of error evaluation, which is shaped by extralinguistic factors. The article concludes that researchers should reconceptualize error gravity research and reassess earlier studies to confirm or…

Descriptors: Context Effect, Discourse Analysis, Error Analysis (Language), Error Patterns