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Language Acquisition Approach

The Language Acquisition Approach is based on Stephen Krashen's Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis. Krashen's hypothesis suggests that the second language can be acquired in a manner very similar to the way that children naturally acquire their native language. The language learner is not aware of the rules of the language, instead they have a 'feel' for the correctness of their language. An ELL learning under the LAA relies on natural experiences and interactions to acquire English. While the LAA does not rely on formal instruction, language can be acquired in the classroom through role-play and other meaningful interactions.