Muscle Memory and the Development of Speaking Skills: Unveiling Neuromotor Foundations and Methodological Approaches in Foreign Language Education
Abstract The development of speaking skills, whether in a native or a foreign language, remains a complex field of study that combines neurobiology, psychology, language methodology and linguistics. This article focuses on a less studied component of language or speaking skills called muscle memory...
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| Language: | deu |
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Prof Thomas Tinnefeld
2024-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Linguistics and Language Teaching |
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| Online Access: | https://linguisticsandlanguageteaching.blogspot.com/search?q=Muscle+Memory+and+the+Development+of+Speaking+Skills%3A+Unveiling+Neuromotor+Foundations+and+Methodological+Approaches+in+Foreign+Language+Education |
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The development of speaking skills, whether in a native or a foreign language, remains a complex field of study that combines neurobiology, psychology, language methodology and linguistics. This article focuses on a less studied component of language or speaking skills called muscle memory. It sheds light on its roots – the main muscles and brain areas involved – as well as its role in verbal communication, articulation, and language acquisition in general. It further outlines a holistic methodological approach to (foreign) language and speaking training that offers practical implementation options to improve muscle memory and, with it, accurate pronunciation and fluency. With these two focal points – theoretic background alongside practical considerations –, the article attempts not only to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the influence of muscle memory on the development of speaking skills but also aims to bridge the gap between neuromotor processes and methodological practices. |
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| ISSN: | 2190-4677 |