IMPORTANT HYPOTHESES THAT IMPACT SLA.

1. There are five different hypotheses that have demonstraded how they influence Second Language Acquisition in learners.

1.1. The Acquisition-learning hypothesis

1.1.1. It has to do with the acquisition of the second language in a way similar to the acquisition of the native language.

1.1.1.1. Characteristics

1.1.1.1.1. Subconscious acquisition

1.1.1.1.2. Grammar is not a priority

1.1.1.1.3. Acquiring the language through conversations, videos, and readings

1.2. Natural Order hypothesis

1.2.1. It refers to the process of acquiring the new language in a natural manner in which the acquirers will have the same difficulties of developing some structures.

1.2.1.1. Characteristics

1.2.1.1.1. Errors are not relevant

1.2.1.1.2. Implicit structures

1.2.1.1.3. Some aspects of the language are developed first than others

1.3. The Monitor hypothesis

1.3.1. It consists of acquiring the second language naturally, but in a conscious manner that leads to a self-correction of the second language.

1.3.1.1. Characteristics

1.3.1.1.1. Conscious acquisition

1.3.1.1.2. Self-correction

1.3.1.1.3. Devoloping structures in a natural manner

1.4. The Input hypothesis

1.4.1. It focus on demostrating that the most suitable manner to acquire a second language is by understanding the language first before producing it.

1.4.1.1. Characteristics

1.4.1.1.1. Developing competences first

1.4.1.1.2. Against grammatical syllabus

1.4.1.1.3. Respects silent period

1.4.1.1.4. Understanding the language before producing i

1.5. The Affective Filter hypothesis

1.5.1. It emphasizes on affective factors that can impact SLA of an acquirer, this impact can be either positive or negative for the individual.

1.5.1.1. Characteristics

1.5.1.1.1. Boosting motivation and self-esteem

1.5.1.1.2. Low anxiety

1.5.1.1.3. Promoting a low affective filter in the acquirers

1.5.1.1.4. Feelings and emotions are relevant