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How are first and second languages learnt? Some theories stress universal/biological foundations and processes, others focus on cognitive aspects, such as memory functions and strategies, and yet others focus on social and cultural influences. Table 4 summarises some popular approaches.
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Pinter, A. (2011). Language Learning Processes in Childhood: First and Second Languages. In: Children Learning Second Languages. Research and Practice in Applied Linguistics. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230302297_3
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