Factors that Inhibit the Acquisition of English by Hispanic Adults

This book discusses a case study that researched factors that have impeded English acquisition in twelve Mexican adults. In interviews, participants shared their experiences in trying to learn English and described how they have been able to survive in Anglo communities without knowing much English. Participant observation provided a view of their interactions and of the extent to which they use English in their daily lives. Participants also drew up a free list of factors which would help them learn English. Based on this data, conclusions are drawn about the factors that have prevented these Spanish-speaking adults from learning English.

Auteur

Nidia has an M.A. in TESOL from Ball State University in the U.S. by means of a Fulbright LASPAU scholarship. She was an ESL instructor for international students in the Intensive English Institute there, and had received a B.A. in English in Honduras. She has taught ESL at all levels including college and is a TESOL teacher/English coordinator.