Abstract
The focus of this study is the problem of first language (L1) transfer of cultural prototypes to specific L2 lexical items. This paper will provide a method for identifying and understanding cultural nuances in the meaning of words during the process of learning. An explanation of the learning process will be presented and the iconic or the prototypical level of cross-cultural communication will be analyzed. The APP will present a teaching approach on how to ascertain the L1 cultural prototypes being transferred to specific L2 lexical items. How to negotiate the meaning of these cultural prototypes of lexical items will be presented.
Advisor
Karen Lybeck
Committee Member
Stephen Stoynoff
Date of Degree
2008
Language
english
Document Type
APP
Degree
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
English
College
Arts and Humanities
Recommended Citation
Mowrey, T. (2008). Teaching cultural prototypes and detecting prototypical errors of L2 learners [Master’s alternative plan paper, Minnesota State University, Mankato]. Cornerstone: A Collection of Scholarly and Creative Works for Minnesota State University, Mankato. https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/etds/1164/
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