Module 2 Discussion: Theories of Language Learning

The brain-based theory of learning a new language makes the most sense to me.  I think back to when I had to take a foreign language in school.   Even after two years of classes, I still was barely able to communicate in that language.  I try to relate that experience to my ELL students who sometimes are in the beginning “silent” stage of language acquisition.   It is important that my classroom be a non-threatening and safe learning environment for my ELL students.