Žmogiškasis Protas Ir Antrosios Kalbos Išmokimas
Human Mind And Second Language Acquisition

Summary/Abstract: The article examines the diversity of scientific approaches to second language acquisition (SLA). Success in language attainment depends on a variety of factors that are determined by the human mind. The most important factors are multiple intelligences, learner aptitude to languages, learner personality and motivation, as well as some individual differences such as anxiety, self-esteem and willingness to learn. Appropriate learning strategies and styles are also beneficial for success in learning. The article looks over research data on theoretical and experimental aspects of second language acquisition. They include: Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences, fluid and crystallized intelligence, practical and emotional intelligence, information-processing approaches; phenomenology which deals with classical and operant conditioning; various approaches to personality; SLA stages and aptitude constructs; language learning styles and strategies; motivation, and important individual learner characteristics that are relevant to successful outcome in learning.

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