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Second Language Acquisition P

By Hummel, Kirsten M.

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Second Language Acquisition P

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Introducing Second Language Acquisition: Perspectives and Practices represents a clear and concise introduction to the main concepts, issues, and debates in second language acquisition studies aimed specifically at undergraduates encountering the topic for the first time.* Follows six fictitious language learners throughout the text whose stories serve to introduce various concepts and issues* Contains specific chapters on first language acquisition and bilingualism, as well as explicit references to the most recent and important research* Covers key topics including acquisition contexts, theoretical perspectives, language teaching methods, second language development, and individual differences (such as age, aptitude, and motivation)* Grabs student attention with lighthearted cartoons that illustrate and reinforce key ideas* Features a full range of pedagogical tools to aid student learning, including "language learning in practice" textboxes; bolded new terms defined in the margins; an end-of-book glossary; self-assessment and classroom discussion questions; exercise and project ideas; and further online viewing sections
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
288
Release Date:
2014-02-10
Publication Date:
2014-01-31
Publisher:
John Wiley & Sons
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0470658045
ISBN13:
9780470658048
Weight:
562 g
Height:
189 cm
Width:
246 cm
Thickness:
15 cm
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