General second language proficiency continues to intrigue researchers. This study investigates the relationships between general second language proficiency (SLP) and selected cognitive abilities (i.e. foreign language aptitude, verbal intelligence, and reasoning) in 160 EFL Japanese college students. Structural equation modeling disconfirmed the hypothesis that general SLP forms the center of what has traditionally been called general intelligence. However, it suggests a strong relation between SLP and other cognitive ...
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General second language proficiency continues to intrigue researchers. This study investigates the relationships between general second language proficiency (SLP) and selected cognitive abilities (i.e. foreign language aptitude, verbal intelligence, and reasoning) in 160 EFL Japanese college students. Structural equation modeling disconfirmed the hypothesis that general SLP forms the center of what has traditionally been called general intelligence. However, it suggests a strong relation between SLP and other cognitive abilities. The study also analyzed the protocol data provided by the actual text takers, revealing that SLP is related to the ability to assess, plan, and execute in problem solving processes.
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Publisher:
Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publishers
Published:
1999
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17243950175
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Book contains pen & pencil markings In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 350grams, ISBN: 0820445738.
Publisher:
Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publishers
Published:
1996
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17900933684
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Fine. like new, inscribed by the author to one of her professors. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 155 p. Theoretical Studies in Second Language Acquisition, 6. Audience: General/trade.
