THE IMPACT OF CRITICAL PERIOD HYPOTHESIS ON LEARNERS` SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION
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The critical period hypothesis is a theory in the field of applied linguistics that suggests there is an optimal window of time during which individuals are best able to acquire a second language. This hypothesis posits that if language learning does not occur within this critical period, it becomes significantly more challenging for individuals to attain native-like proficiency in a second language.
This paper offers a brief but broad overview of the origins of the critical period hypothesis, the evidence supporting and contradicting this theory, and its implications for language acquisition and education. Additionally, it discusses the potential impact of neuroplasticity and age-related cognitive development on language learning abilities, as well as practical applications of the critical period hypothesis in educational settings.
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