Author(s)

Wang Jing ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Wuhan University of Engineering Science, Wuhan, Hubei, 430299, China

Corresponding Author

Wang Jing

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the individual differences in language learning among Chinese speakers who have learned English as a second language and other languages as additional foreign languages. The research focuses on factors such as age, education, occupation, the starting age of language learning, learning duration, frequency of language use, and overseas living experience. The data is collected from a survey involving participants with diverse backgrounds, including English teachers, HR professionals, and bank clerks. The findings indicate that early exposure to the language, higher education in language teaching, and frequent use of the language are positively correlated with language proficiency. Additionally, overseas living experience plays a significant role in language acquisition, particularly in pronunciation and fluency.

KEYWORDS

Age Effect; SLA; Language Proficiency; Chinese Learners; Language Proficiency

CITE THIS PAPER

Wang Jing, Age Factors in Second Language Acquisition: A Comprehensive Analysis of Chinese Learners' English Proficiency and Multilingual Skills. Lecture Notes on Language and Literature (2024) Vol. 7: 187-193. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/langl.2024.070630.

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