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Complex dynamic systems theory

Complex dynamic systems theory in the field of linguistics is a perspective and approach to the study of second, third and additional language acquisition. The general term complex dynamic systems theory was recommended by Kees de Bot to refer to both complexity theory and dynamic systems theory.

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Complex dynamic systems theory → Ahmar Mahboob, Bot, Complexity Theory, Complexity Theory/Dynamic Systems Theory, Diane Larsen-Freeman, DMM, Dynamic Model, Dynamic Usage-Based Theory, Han's, Herdina, However, In, Jessner, Kees, Language Development, Larsen-Freeman, Marjolijn Verspoor, Multilingualism, Numerous, Ortega

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