Carlee Arnett & Harriett Jernigan (Davis, USA) p.68-93
2014 Issue 1
Abstract
This paper provides an overview of the theory of Cognitive Grammar highlighting the aspects that can be applied to classroom second language acquisition. The paper begins with a brief introduction to CG and then focuses on the concepts that are most relevant for teaching case to German language learners such as transitivity and the functions of the cases. It concludes with a suggested lesson plan on how to include CG lessons on case in an established curriculum.