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Sociocultural perspectives on second language learning Sociocultural perspectives on second language learning place tasks and collaboration through dialogue at the centre of the learning process. Some of the key concepts in SCT (mediation, ZPD, collaborative dialogue, private speech, to name a few) have moved us forward in considering the processes of second language learning as socially embedded and collaboratively constructed.With reference to the literature, discuss the key concepts and ideas from the sociocultural theory of learning and its relevance to the second language learning process. Illustrate the importance of these concepts with reference to key findings from the research in second language learning. (60%)How are these concepts helpful in understanding second language learning and teaching in your professional context. (40%)
