Structured English Immersion - Secondary SEI/506

Understanding the different elements of language (i.e., phonetics, phonology, morphology, lexicon, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics) will help you comprehend the rules involved in learning a language.

Complete Parts 1 and 2 below.

Part 1: Elements of Language in ELD

Create a graphic organizer (chart or diagram) that defines the following elements of language in ELD:

• Phonetics
• Phonology
• Morphology
• Syntax
• Lexicon
• Pragmatics

Address the following in your graphic organizer:

• Provide a detailed example for each element of language.
• Explain why each element of language is vital to an English learner’s success in language proficiency.

Part 2: Second Language Acquisition

Create a separate graphic organizer that outlines the stages of second language acquisition.

Address the following in your graphic organizer:

• Provide a detailed example for each stage of second language acquisition that demonstrates the characteristics of English learners.
• Describe the different theories of language acquisition.
• Explain which theoretical perspective(s) you favor, and why.