Optimal and appropriate input in a second language: The potential of (modified-)elaborated input in distance and classroom learning

Instructors’ difficulties in judging whether linguistic material is suitable for their students' level seem to have been aggravated during the pandemic (Conti, 2021). In this situation, there risk of exposing learners inappropriate input, which can be detrimental language acquisition. The proposed solution, (modified-)elaborated designed increase comprehensibility without sacrificing richness authentic crucial acquisition (Long, 2015, 2020; O’Donnel, 2009; Yano, Long, & Ross, 1994). features elaborated input make its application beneficial any kind course. addition, context online teaching, a powerful tool deal with issue appropriateness. This work analyzes theoretical underpinnings and modified-elaborated while providing review existing empirical data supporting effectiveness.