Research Article

LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES

Volume: 5 Number: 2 December 31, 2022
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LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES

Abstract

This study explores the symbiotic relationship between Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and literature, with a specific focus on the role of comprehensible input in English literary classes. SLA theory, as articulated by Stephen Krashen’s Input Hypothesis, posits that language learners acquire a second language most effectively when they are exposed to input that is slightly above their current proficiency level while still remaining comprehensible. In the context of literature classes, this theory can find a valuable application and a solid ground. As students delve into literary works, they can improve their language proficiency while exploring the multifaceted and diversified nature of the language. This study underscores the critical role of comprehensible input in English literary classes as a means to facilitate language acquisition. It further highlights the reciprocal benefits of literature in the process, emphasizing the power of literature to provide authentic language use, cultural insights, and opportunities for critical thinking, ultimately enriching students’ language proficiency and appreciation for English language.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

British and Irish Language, Literature and Culture

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Publication Date

December 31, 2022

Submission Date

October 5, 2022

Acceptance Date

December 15, 2022

Published in Issue

Year 2022 Volume: 5 Number: 2

APA
Şentürk, S. (2022). LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES. Biruni Sağlık Ve Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi, 5(2), 29-42. https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK
AMA
1.Şentürk S. LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES. BSEBD. 2022;5(2):29-42. https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK
Chicago
Şentürk, Selçuk. 2022. “LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES”. Biruni Sağlık Ve Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi 5 (2): 29-42. https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK.
EndNote
Şentürk S (December 1, 2022) LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES. Biruni Sağlık ve Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi 5 2 29–42.
IEEE
[1]S. Şentürk, “LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES”, BSEBD, vol. 5, no. 2, pp. 29–42, Dec. 2022, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK
ISNAD
Şentürk, Selçuk. “LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES”. Biruni Sağlık ve Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi 5/2 (December 1, 2022): 29-42. https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK.
JAMA
1.Şentürk S. LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES. BSEBD. 2022;5:29–42.
MLA
Şentürk, Selçuk. “LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES”. Biruni Sağlık Ve Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi, vol. 5, no. 2, Dec. 2022, pp. 29-42, https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK.
Vancouver
1.Selçuk Şentürk. LANGUAGE ACQUISITION AND LITERATURE: COMPREHENSIBLE INPUT IN LITERARY CLASSES. BSEBD [Internet]. 2022 Dec. 1;5(2):29-42. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA58PU84WK