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Lab for SLA and Task-Based Research

The Lab for Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and Task-based Research is part of the Department of Linguistics at Georgetown University. We conduct interdisciplinary and mixed-methods research on how second languages are learned and taught with a particular focus on cognitive-interactionist and task-based approaches. We explore second language acquisition (SLA) research topics such as: interaction and corrective feedback, individual differences in language acquisition, task-based language teaching (TBLT) and second language research methods. Tools we use in our lab, in partnership with the Georgetown LingLab, include: a Tobii Pro Fusion 250Hz portable eye-tracker, a SonoSpeech Micro portable ultrasound, Glimmer GSR sensors, VR headsets, and a sound attenuated booth. Read about our current projects below or on our publications and presentations page. Check out Interesting in getting involved as a research assistant or participant? See our contact us page for details on how to get in touch.

Current and ongoing projects

Task-based Professional Development for Language Teachers and Professionals

We regularly hold workshops on task-based langauge teaching for langauge educators and professionals and work with teachers on related action research projects. If you are interested in participating check gwlp.georgetown.edu for updates.

Recruiting language teachers for a survey study

Are you a K-12 world language teachers? We are seeking your views about language teaching approaches. Scanning the QR code or visit this link: https://lnkd.in/gNkFhVQT to find out how to participate!

New article from lab members!

Co-authored with Caitlyn Pineault, introducing a new typology for understanding tasks, activities, and exercises in task-based language teaching! Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eYqEmi7E or contact us for a copy.

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