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· 2013

Sociocultural Theory and Second Language Learning

James P. Lantolf

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Sociocultural Theory (SCT), originating from Vygotsky, posits that human mental functioning is a culturally mediated process, with language being the primary tool. Development occurs through participation in social and institutional contexts.

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Field: Language and Linguistics

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