by Cassie Liu #51557130
Frank Fang #35236132
Andrew Liang #51869139
There are numerous differences about English learning can be found between adults and children. For instance, adults focus on the logical rules and grammars while learning another language. Due to the fact that a mature language learner is good at applying the rules on their own language use. Therefore, during their speaking and writing, grammars and certain rules of the learning language are more focused than the actual content. In contrast, when children are learning a new language, their focus are based on natural and unconscious learning. Because children are not mature enough to have the ability of critical thinkings, they can not learning their target language through a logical pattern. Thus, children can only learn the specific skills and knowledge that taught by their teachers. In conclusion, obviously, adults pay more attention on logic aspects of English learning; however, for children , natural and unconscious study is the core of their learning process.
Good analysis of both side! It is amazing to see how young children can pick up on languages so quickly! However, it is definitely still possible to learn a language at a later age– it just takes a lot more studying 🙂