The Role of Grammar Instruction in a Communicative Approach.

Terrell, Tracy David

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ERIC Number: EJ423122

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Role of Grammar Instruction in a Communicative Approach.

Terrell, Tracy David

Modern Language Journal, v75 n1 p52-63 Spr 1991

Theory and research suggest three ways grammar instruction might assist second-language acquisition. These include the following: as an advance organizer; as a meaning-form focus in communication activities where there are many examples of a single meaning-form relationship; and through monitoring, if learners can acquire their own input. (41 references) (MSE)

Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Communicative Competence (Languages), Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies, Grammar, Language Research, Learning Theories, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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