The Development of the L2 Lexis in the Expression of the Advanced Learner.

Laufer, Batia

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ERIC Number: EJ437800

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Development of the L2 Lexis in the Expression of the Advanced Learner.

Laufer, Batia

Modern Language Journal, v75 n4 p440-48 Win 1991

Study of advanced English learners' development of active vocabulary found that the need for greater vocabulary influenced subjects with sufficient communicative competence and no explicit vocabulary instruction to enrich their lexicon. (34 references) (CB)

Descriptors: Advanced Students, Communicative Competence (Languages), English (Second Language), Language Enrichment, Second Language Learning, Vocabulary Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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