Second Language Acquisition

Second Language Acquisition (SLA), with a focus on learners, is the study of how individuals acquire proficiency in a second language, beyond their native or first language. It examines the processes, strategies, and factors that influence the learning of a second language, emphasizing the characteristics and needs of the learners themselves. SLA research delves into the cognitive, social, and psychological aspects of language learning, investigating topics such as language aptitude, motivation, age, learning styles, and individual differences that impact the acquisition of a second language. The goal of this field is to gain insights into how learners develop language skills in a second language and to provide educators and researchers with valuable knowledge to improve language instruction and support for learners in various educational and cultural contexts.