Another factor in the success of French immersion, Krashen…
““Another factor in the success of French immersion, Krashen postulated, was the exclusion of native-French-speaking students. The linguistic composition of the classroom, restricted to second language learners, made teachers constantly aware of the need to shelter their French to make it understandable at or near the level of the class. This also created a relaxed learning environment, reducing students’ stress levels. They all made errors in French and, without the presence of native speakers of French, errors were less cause for embarrassment. The result was to lower what Krashen has termed the affective filter, a psychological barrier that can keep comprehensible input””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A homogeneous French‑only classroom lowers anxiety and the affective filter, aiding language learning.
In simple terms: Only French learners in class eases stress and improves learning.
Key Takeaway
Create low‑stress environments for language practice.
Themes
education
language learning
psychology
classroom dynamics
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
educational
explanatory
When to use this quote
- immersion programs
- online courses
- multilingual workplaces
- study groups
Key Concepts
affective filter
input hypothesis
second language acquisition
Questions to Reflect On
- How can authentic input be provided without raising anxiety?
- What balance of native and learner speakers works best?
A Different Perspective
Excluding native speakers may limit authentic exposure.