Predictors of second language acquisition in students with literacy difficulties
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Authors
Le, Tina
Issue Date
2019-05
Type
Presentation
Language
en_US
Keywords
second language acquisition , second language learning , L2 learners , specific learning difficulties/differences , dyslexia , literacy difficulties , students with literacy difficulties and students learning a second language
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Abstract
Students with literacy difficulties, such as dyslexia, have impairments in both reading and writing: two essential academic tools to foster productive life-long education. Impairments in reading and writing can affect the way students learn a second language because of new vocabulary acquisition and print comprehension, which is dependent on how transparent the type of orthography is. The multiple-deficit model of dyslexia provides a better description of comorbidity that further deviates these difficulties. Four predictors that are examined when analyzing literacy difficulties are orthographic differences, cognitive abilities, affective factors and teacher will and capacity. The purpose of this literature review is to discuss the results of the four predictors and accommodations of these difficulties within the classroom setting.