Learning vs. acquiring

It's a subconscious process where we are not aware

• Acquisition

• Learning

It requires meaningful interaction in the target language – natural communication

• Learning

• Acquisition

It's a more conscious process of accumulating knowledge of language in a institutional setting

• Acquisition

• Learning

It's more focused on form, not on communication

• Learning

• Acquisition

For children, a second language can come second nature and almost be effortless

• Learning

• Acquisition