Publication Date

1981

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

Abstract

In this paper the writers consider the theoretical issues of error correction in the language classroom. The evolution of different philosophies regarding error correction is discussed. This is followed by an overview of some of the assumptions behind language teaching approaches in vogue and implications these assumptions have for handling errors in the classroom. Finally, the paper presents classroom evidence to support the idea that there is a cultural dimension that must be considered in the treatment of learner's errors.

Disciplines

Curriculum and Instruction | First and Second Language Acquisition | Linguistics

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