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Task complexity, the Cognition Hypothesis and second language learning and performance

  • Peter Robinson EMAIL logo und Roger Gilabert
Veröffentlicht/Copyright: 14. September 2007
International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching
Aus der Zeitschrift Band 45 Heft 3

Abstract

In this paper we describe a taxonomy of task demands which distinguishes between Task Complexity, Task Condition and Task Difficulty. We then describe three theoretical claims and predictions of the Cognition Hypothesis (Robinson 2001, 2003b, 2005a) concerning the effects of task complexity on: (a) language production; (b) interaction and uptake of information available in the input to tasks; and (c) individual differences-task interactions. Finally we summarize the findings of the empirical studies in this special issue which all address one or more of these predictions and point to some directions for continuing, future research into the effects of task complexity on learning and performance.

Published Online: 2007-09-14
Published in Print: 2007-09-19

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