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The New Psychology of Language From Body to Mental Model and Back

The New Psychology of Language From Body to Mental Model and Back

This illuminating book offers an up-to-date introduction to the psychology of language exploring aspects of language processing that have previously not been given centre stage such as the role of body and brain social aspects of language use and mental models. The New Psychology of Language presents an overarching theoretical account called the Language User Framework for discussing a wide variety of core language activities. How do we understand speech in conversations? How do we read books? How do we convert our thoughts into bodily signals (speech gestures facial expressions) when we speak? What happens in the mind and brain when we have mastered two or more languages? All these aspects of language use are discussed at the level of words and sentences as well as text and discourse. Language is considered as an embodied embedded incremental cognitive activity aiming at the construction and communication of rich and dynamic mental models. Discussion boxes highlight controversies in the field; case studies and practical exercises provide insight into everyday examples; illustrations represent important models of language processing; and key findings come along with clear and concise chapter summaries. Special attention is paid to research techniques for investigating the psychology of language. This accessible book is essential reading for students in disciplines such as psychology cognitive science and neuroscience artificial intelligence biology the language and communication sciences and media studies. It is also a useful resource for a lay audience with an interest in language and communication. | The New Psychology of Language From Body to Mental Model and Back

GBP 39.99
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Creoles Revisited Language Contact Language Change and Postcolonial Linguistics

Creoles Revisited Language Contact Language Change and Postcolonial Linguistics

This innovative book contributes to a paradigm shift in the study of creole languages forging new empirical frameworks for understanding language and culture in sociohistorical contact. The authors bring together archival sources to challenge dominant linguistic theory and practice and engage issues of power positioning marginalized indigenous peoples as the center of and vital agents in these languages’ formation and development. Students in language contact pidgins and creoles Caribbean studies and postcolonial studies courses—and scholars across many disciplines—will benefit from this book and be convinced of the importance of understanding creoles and creolization. | Creoles Revisited Language Contact Language Change and Postcolonial Linguistics

GBP 35.99
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Language and Power A Resource Book for Students

Language and Power A Resource Book for Students

Routledge English Language Introductions cover core areas of language study and are one-stop resources for students. Assuming no prior knowledge books in the series offer an accessible overview of the subject with activities study questions sample analyses commentaries and key readings – all in the same volume. The innovative and flexible ‘two-dimensional’ structure is built around four sections – introduction development exploration and extension – which offer self-contained stages for study. Each topic can also be read across these sections enabling the reader to build gradually on the knowledge gained. Language and Power Second Edition has been completely revised and updated and includes: a comprehensive survey of the ways in which language intersects and connects with the social cultural and political aspects of power; an introduction to the history of the field covering all the major approaches theoretical concepts and methods of analysis in this important and developing area of academic study; coverage of all the ‘traditional’ topics such as race gender and institutional power but also newer topics such as the discourse of post-truth and the power of social media; readings from works by seminal figures in the field such as Robin Lakoff Deborah Cameron and Teun van Dijk; real texts and examples throughout including advertisements from cosmetics companies; newspaper articles and headlines; websites and internet media; and spoken dialogues such as political and presidential speeches; a supporting companion website that aims to challenge students at a more advanced level and which features extra reading exercises follow-up activities and suggestions for further work. Language and Power will be essential reading for students studying English language or linguistics. | Language and Power A Resource Book for Students

GBP 35.99
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Unpacking Creativity for Language Teaching

Unpacking Creativity for Language Teaching

Before unlocking creativity we must first unpack what it means. In this book creativity is unravelled from various perspectives and the relevance for language teaching and learning is explored. Tin offers a coherent discussion of creativity adopting an inclusive and integrated but at the same time focused approach to creativity. Divided into 12 chapters the book covers: A critical review of the way the term ‘creativity’ is used defined and written about in various disciplines Various models and theories of creativity the product- and process-oriented views of creativity and their relevance for language teaching Three pillars on which creative language pedagogy should be based Over 60 practical tasks applying theoretical arguments and principles of creativity to language teaching and learning Based on the author’s own practice and research on creativity over the last two decades the book provides exciting new ideas for scholars and practitioners interested in creativity and creative language pedagogy. The book serves as an important contribution for students teachers and scholars in the field of applied linguistics language teaching and education. | Unpacking Creativity for Language Teaching

GBP 35.99
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Language Ideology and Education The politics of textbooks in language education

Language Ideology and Education The politics of textbooks in language education

This book examines the role textbooks play in the teaching of dominant and non-dominant (first and foreign) languages in a range of cultural contexts worldwide. Each chapter addresses important issues related to what constitutes legitimate knowledge the politics of learning materials global cultural awareness competing ideologies and the development of multilingual literacies. Language Ideology and Education: The Politics of Textbooks in Language Education comprehensively surveys theoretical perspectives and methodological issues in the critical examination of language textbooks. In particular it looks at: The Cultural Politics of Language Textbooks in the Era of Globalization The Politics of Instructional Materials for English for Young Learners Ideological Tensions and Contradictions in Lower Primary English Teaching Materials in Singapore Creating a Multilingual/multicultural Space in Japanese EFL: A Critical Analysis of Discursive Practices within a New Language Education Policy The book is primarily addressed to those who teach and research in the areas of Foreign Language Education TESOL Applied Linguistics Language Policy Critical Pedagogy and Textual Cultures. Although the book is focused on textbook and materials analysis rather than evaluation most chapters discuss implications for curriculum design and materials development and therefore will be relevant to scholars working in those fields. | Language Ideology and Education The politics of textbooks in language education

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Evaluating Language Assessments

Evaluating Language Assessments

Evaluating Language Assessments offers a comprehensive overview of the theoretical bases and research methodologies for the evaluation of language assessments and demonstrates the importance of a fuller understanding of this widely used evaluative tool. The volume explores language assessment evaluation in its wider political economic social legal and ethical contexts while also illustrating quantitative and qualitative methods through discussions of key research studies. Suitable for students in applied linguistics second language acquisition and language assessment and education this book makes the case for a clear and rigorous understanding of the theoretical and methodological underpinnings of language assessment evaluation in order to achieve fair assessments and just institutions.

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Linguistics for Language Teachers Lessons for Classroom Practice

Linguistics for Language Teachers Lessons for Classroom Practice

This book is an accessible introduction to linguistics specifically tailored for teachers of second language/bilingual education. It guides teachers stepwise through the components of language focusing on the areas of linguistics that are most pertinent for teaching. Throughout the book there are opportunities to analyze linguistic data and discuss language-related issues in various educational and social contexts. Readers will be able to identify patterns in actual language use to inform their teaching and help learners advance to the next level. A highly readable account of how language works this book is an ideal text for teacher education courses. | Linguistics for Language Teachers Lessons for Classroom Practice

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Scaffolding Language Development in Immersion and Dual Language Classrooms

Scaffolding Language Development in Immersion and Dual Language Classrooms

This book introduces research-based pedagogical practices for supporting and enhancing language development and use in school-based immersion and dual language programs in which a second foreign heritage or indigenous language is used as the medium of subject-matter instruction. Using counterbalanced instruction as the volume’s pedagogical framework the authors map out the specific pedagogical skill set and knowledge base that teachers in immersion and dual language classrooms need so their students can engage with content taught through an additional language while continuing to improve their proficiency in that language. To illustrate key concepts and effective practices the authors draw on classroom-based research and include teacher-created examples of classroom application. The following topics are covered in detail: defining characteristics of immersion and dual language programs and features of well-implemented programs strategies to promote language and content integration in curricular planning as well as classroom instruction and performance assessment an instructional model to counterbalance form-focused and content-based instruction scaffolding strategies that support students’ comprehension and production while ensuring continued language development an approach to creating cross-linguistic connections through biliteracy instruction a self-assessment tool for teachers to reflect on their pedagogical growth Also applicable to content and language integrated learning and other forms of content-based language teaching this comprehensive volume includes graphics to facilitate navigation and provides Resources for Readers and Application Activities at the end of each chapter. The book will be a key resource for preservice and in-service teachers administrators and teacher educators. | Scaffolding Language Development in Immersion and Dual Language Classrooms

GBP 36.99
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Language and Culture in Dialogue

Language and Culture in Dialogue

In this book Andrew J. Strathern and Pamela J. Stewart delineate the relationship between “language in particular” and “culture in general” by focusing on language as both social practice and a means of classifying and interpreting the world. A traditional linguistic approach to a focus on language is illuminated by their anthropological emphasis on the embodiment of relationships and experience. In the book the body is placed in the foreground for understanding language in culture which helps in turn to understand how it enables us to adapt to the world of lived material experience. Written in an accessible style and drawing on an extensive corpus of primary field research from Papua New Guinea Samoa Japan Taiwan Scotland and Ireland Strathern and Stewart present a world anthropology which links together European North American and Asia-Pacific approaches to the topic. Students and scholars alike of sociocultual anthropology linguistic anthropology and linguistics will benefit from this engaging work on how the various components of our culture are informed and shaped through language. | Language and Culture in Dialogue

GBP 38.99
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The Speech and Language Activity Resource Book Themed Therapy Sessions for Adults

The Speech and Language Activity Resource Book Themed Therapy Sessions for Adults

The Speech and Language Activity Resource Book offers a flexible and readily available set of activities and worksheets designed to support speech and language therapists as they deliver personalised and engaging therapy sessions. With topics based on seasons hobbies sports and celebrations etc the worksheets can be selected to suit a client’s interests as well as targeting specific skills and needs. The engaging activities encourage conversation and participation promoting skill development in a way that is easily translated into everyday communication. Key features of this book include: A range of activities arranged by level of difficulty that can be selected based on the client’s individual need A person-centred approach to therapy enabling the time-poor practitioner the opportunity to personalise their care with ease Photocopiable and downloadable sheets that can be completed during therapy sessions or sent out to the client for home practice as well as blank worksheets that can be used to create new appropriate activities Easily adaptable for group sessions one-on-one therapy sessions and home activities this is an essential tool for speech and language therapists and occupational therapists as well as families and other practitioners supporting adults with a range of acquired communication difficulties. | The Speech and Language Activity Resource Book Themed Therapy Sessions for Adults

GBP 44.99
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Language and Phenomenology

Language and Phenomenology

At first blush phenomenology seems to be concerned preeminently with questions of knowledge truth and perception and yet closer inspection reveals that the analyses of these phenomena remain bound up with language and that consequently phenomenology is inextricably a philosophy of language. Drawing on the insights of a variety of phenomenological authors including Husserl Heidegger Merleau-Ponty Gadamer and Ricoeur this collection of essays by leading scholars articulates the distinctively phenomenological contribution to language by examining two sets of questions. The first set of questions concerns the relatedness of language to experience. Studies exhibit the first-person character of the philosophy of language by focusing on lived experience the issue of reference and disclosive speech. The second set of questions concerns the relatedness of language to intersubjective experience. Studies exhibit the second-person character of the philosophy of language by focusing on language acquisition culture and conversation. This book will be of interest to scholars of phenomenology and philosophy of language. | Language and Phenomenology

GBP 36.99
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Language in African American Communities

Language in African American Communities

Language in African American Communities is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the language culture and sociohistorical contexts of African American communities. It will also benefit those with a general interest in language and culture language and language users and language and identity. This book includes discussions of traditional and non-traditional topics regarding linguistic explorations of African American communities that include difficult conversations around race and racism. Language in African American Communities provides: • an introduction to the sociolinguistic and paralinguistic aspects of language use in African American communities; sociocultural and historical contexts and development; notions about grammar and discourse; the significance of naming and the pall of race and racism in discussions and research of language variation and change; • activities and discussion questions which invite readers to consider their own perspectives on language use in African American communities and how it manifests in their own lives and communities; and • links to relevant videos stories music and digital media that represent language use in African American communities. Written in an approachable conversational style that uses the author’s native African American (Women’s) Language this book is aimed at college students and others with little or no prior knowledge of linguistics.

GBP 22.99
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Language Gender and Sexuality An Introduction

Language Gender and Sexuality An Introduction

Language Gender and Sexuality offers a panoramic and accessible introduction to the ways in which linguistic patterns are sensitive to social categories of gender and sexuality as well as an overview of how speakers use language to create and display gender and sexuality. This book includes discussions of trans/non-binary/genderqueer identities embodiment new media and the role of language and interaction in sexual harassment assault and rape. Drawing on an international range of examples to illustrate key points this book addresses the questions of: how language categorizes the gender/sexuality world in both grammar and interaction; how speakers display create and orient to gender sexuality and desire in interaction; how and why people display different ways of speaking based on their gender/sexual identities. Aimed at students with no background in linguistics or gender studies this book is essential reading for anyone studying language gender and sexuality for the first time. | Language Gender and Sexuality An Introduction

GBP 24.99
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Language Aptitude Advancing Theory Testing Research and Practice

Language Aptitude Advancing Theory Testing Research and Practice

Language Aptitude: Advancing Theory Testing Research and Practice brings together cutting-edge global perspectives on foreign language aptitude. Drawing from educational psychology cognitive science and neuroscience the editors have assembled interdisciplinary authors writing for an applied linguistics and education audience. The book is broken into five major themes: revisiting and updating current language aptitude theories and models; emerging insights from contemporary research into language aptitude and the age factor or the critical period hypothesis; redefining constructs and broadening territories of foreign language aptitude; exploring language aptitude from a neurocognitive perspective; and exploring future directions of foreign language aptitude research. Focused on critical issues in foreign language aptitude and second language learning and teaching this book will be an important research resource and supplemental reading in both applied linguistics and cognitive psychology. | Language Aptitude Advancing Theory Testing Research and Practice

GBP 36.99
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Exploring English Language Teaching Language in Action

Exploring English Language Teaching Language in Action

Routledge Introductions to Applied Linguistics is a series of introductory level textbooks covering the core topics in Applied Linguistics primarily designed for those entering postgraduate studies and language professionals returning to academic study. The books take an innovative ‘practice to theory’ approach with a ‘back-to-front’ structure. This leads the reader from real-world problems and issues through a discussion of intervention and how to engage with these concerns before finally relating these practical issues to theoretical foundations. Additional features include tasks with commentaries a glossary of key terms and an annotated further reading section. Exploring English Language Teaching provides a single volume introduction to the field of ELT from an applied linguistics perspective. The book addresses four central themes within English language teaching: ‘Classroom interaction and management’; ‘Method Postmethod and methodology’; ‘Learners’; and the ‘Institutional frameworks and social contexts’ of ELT. For each the book identifies key dilemmas and practices examines how teachers and other language teaching professionals might intervene and deal with these concerns and explores how such issues link to and inform applied linguistic theory. This second edition has been extensively revised and updated to explore the latest practical developments and theoretical insights in the field of ELT. With new material including expanded discussions of CLIL the role of new technologies in ELT and the teaching of large classes in difficult circumstances and with an updated glossary and suggestions for additional reading this is an indispensable textbook for language teachers and students studying in the areas of Applied Linguistics Language Teacher Education and ELT/TESOL. | Exploring English Language Teaching Language in Action

GBP 38.99
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Taboos and Controversial Issues in Foreign Language Education Critical Language Pedagogy in Theory Research and Practice

Taboos and Controversial Issues in Foreign Language Education Critical Language Pedagogy in Theory Research and Practice

This edited volume provides innovative insights into how critical language pedagogy and taboo topics can inform and transform the teaching and learning of foreign languages. The book investigates the potential as well as the challenges involved in dealing with taboo topics in the foreign language classroom. Traditionally subsumed under the acronym PARSNIP (politics alcohol religion narcotics isms and pork). By examining how additional controversial topics such as disability racism conspiracy theories and taboo language can be integrated into conceptual teaching frameworks and teaching practice this edited volume draws on examples from literary texts and pop culture such as young adult novels music videos or rap songs and investigates their potential for developing critical literacies. The book considers foreign language teaching outside of English teaching contexts and sets the groundwork for addressing the integration of taboo topics in foreign language education theory research and practice. Filling an important gap in educational research the book will be of great interest to researchers academics and students of foreign language education critical pedagogy and applied linguistics. It will also be useful reading for teacher trainers and educators of foreign language education. Chapter 1 of this book is available for free in PDF format as Open Access from the individual product page at www. taylorfrancis. com. It has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution 4. 0 International license. Funded by the University of Bamberg. | Taboos and Controversial Issues in Foreign Language Education Critical Language Pedagogy in Theory Research and Practice

GBP 120.00
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Teaching Language Online A Guide for Designing Developing and Delivering Online Blended and Flipped Language Courses

Teaching Language Online A Guide for Designing Developing and Delivering Online Blended and Flipped Language Courses

Practical and accessible this book comprehensively covers everything you need to know to design develop and deliver successful online blended and flipped language courses. Grounded in the principles of instructional design and communicative language teaching this book serves as a compendium of best practices research and strategies for creating learner-centered online language instruction that builds students’ proficiency within meaningful cultural contexts. This book addresses important topics such as finding and optimizing online resources and materials learner engagement teacher and student satisfaction and connectedness professional development and online language assessment. Teaching Language Online features: A step-by-step guide aligned with the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages: Learning Teaching and Assessment and the World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) standards Research-based best practices and tools to implement effective communicative language teaching (CLT) online Strategies and practices that apply equally to world languages and ESL/EFL contexts Key takeaway summaries discussion questions and suggestions for further reading in every chapter Free downloadable eResources with further readings and more materials available at www. routledge. com/ 9781138387003 As the demand for language courses in online or blended formats grows K-16 instructors urgently need resources to effectively transition their teaching online. Designed to help world language instructors professors and K-12 language educators regardless of their level of experience with online learning this book walks through the steps to move from the traditional classroom format to effective successful online teaching environments. | Teaching Language Online A Guide for Designing Developing and Delivering Online Blended and Flipped Language Courses

GBP 32.99
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International Handbook of Language Acquisition

International Handbook of Language Acquisition

How do children acquire language? How does real life language acquisition differ from results found in controlled environments? And how is modern life challenging established theories? Going far beyond laboratory experiments the International Handbook of Language Acquisition examines a wide range of topics surrounding language development to shed light on how children acquire language in the real world. The foremost experts in the field cover a variety of issues from the underlying cognitive processes and role of language input to development of key language dimensions as well as both typical and atypical language development. Horst and Torkildsen balance a theoretical foundation with data acquired from applied settings to offer a truly comprehensive reference book with an international outlook. The International Handbook of Language Acquisition is essential reading for graduate students and researchers in language acquisition across developmental psychology developmental neuropsychology linguistics early childhood education and communication disorders.

GBP 210.00
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Time for Adventure: A Grammar Tales Book to Support Grammar and Language Development in Children

Time for Adventure: A Grammar Tales Book to Support Grammar and Language Development in Children

Jem’s friend Lottie has come to play but Jem is taking all the toys for herself. She learns that adventures are more fun when you share. Targeting Subject-Verb-Object sentences and pronouns this book provides repeated examples of early developing syntax and morphology which will engage and excite the reader while building pre-literacy skills and make learning fun as well as exposing children to multiple models of the target grammar form. Perfect for a speech and language therapy session this book is an ideal starting point for targeting client goals and can also be enjoyed at school or home to reinforce what has been taught in the therapy session. | Time for Adventure: A Grammar Tales Book to Support Grammar and Language Development in Children

GBP 11.99
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World Language Education as Critical Pedagogy The Promise of Social Justice

World Language Education as Critical Pedagogy The Promise of Social Justice

Accessible and cutting-edge this text is a pivotal update to the field and offers a much-needed critical perspective on world language education. Building off their classic 2002 book The Foreign Language Educator in Society Timothy G. Reagan and Terry A. Osborn address major issues facing the world language educator today including language myths advocacy the perceived and real benefits of language learning linguistic human rights constructivism learning theories language standards monolingualism bilingualism and multiculturalism. Organized into three parts – Knowing Language Learning Language and Teaching Language – this book applies a critical take on conventional wisdom on language education evaluates social and political realities assumptions and controversies in the field. Each chapter includes questions for reflection and discussion to support students and educators in developing their own perspectives on teaching and learning languages. With a critical pedagogy and social justice lens this book is ideal for scholars and students in foreign/world language education social justice education and language teaching methodology courses as well as pre- and in-service teachers. | World Language Education as Critical Pedagogy The Promise of Social Justice

GBP 39.99
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Indigenous Language Revitalization in the Americas

Indigenous Language Revitalization in the Americas

Focusing on the Americas – home to 40 to 50 million Indigenous people – this book explores the history and current state of Indigenous language revitalization across this vast region. Complementary chapters on the USA and Canada and Latin America and the Caribbean offer a panoramic view while tracing nuanced trajectories of top down (official) and bottom up (grass roots) language planning and policy initiatives. Authored by leading Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars the book is organized around seven overarching themes: Policy and Politics; Processes of Language Shift and Revitalization; The Home-School-Community Interface; Local and Global Perspectives; Linguistic Human Rights; Revitalization Programs and Impacts; New Domains for Indigenous Languages Providing a comprehensive hemisphere-wide scholarly and practical source this singular collection simultaneously fills a gap in the language revitalization literature and contributes to Indigenous language revitalization efforts. | Indigenous Language Revitalization in the Americas

GBP 46.99
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Understanding Language An Introduction to Linguistics

Understanding Language An Introduction to Linguistics

It is widely recognized that language is humanity’s most distinctive and valuable faculty. In this work originally published in 1974 Roger Fowler explains the character and absorbing interest of language. Designed as an introductory text for students and others concerned with human communication the book is clearly and concisely written yet it in no way oversimplifies its rich and complicated subject. The opening chapters set the scene by a discussion of the power of language in the social and psychological life of a man while the main body of the book is an introduction to linguistics the science of language study. Coverage is provided of the main topics in linguistic description – semantics syntax phonetics – as well as of the functions of language its status in society and its relation to the individual. The reader is invited to participate in some advanced thinking within an up-to-date and consistent linguistic theory. Particular attention is given to the individual as language-learner since the process of language acquisition illuminates most clearly the naturalness and the complexity of language. The author’s arguments are illustrated with hundreds of examples from English and other languages. Suggestions for further reading are included in the exposition and the reader who follows the arguments and pursues the carefully arranged bibliographical recommendations will acquire a substantial insight into contemporary linguistics – the most important and advanced of the modern human sciences. | Understanding Language An Introduction to Linguistics

GBP 27.99
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The Arabic Language Today

The Arabic Language Today

This book first published in 1970 provides a description of the standard Arabic language used today as the universal means of written communication throughout the Arab world and in formal spoken communication (vernaculars differ both from each other and from the standard language). The principal emphasis is on syntax and morphology of which there exists no comprehensive account. Phonology and lexicon are treated briefly and there is a chapter on the script. | The Arabic Language Today

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Crosslinguistic Influence and Second Language Learning

Crosslinguistic Influence and Second Language Learning

Crosslinguistic Influence and Second Language Learning provides a comprehensive overview of what is currently known about prior language knowledge and experience in second language learning. Three bodies of research are critically reviewed to achieve this goal: (i) theories of language learning that attribute critical roles to prior experience in explaining second language development (ii) empirical studies of second language learning that have investigated roles for crosslinguistic influence and (iii) instructional studies that have supported second language learning by addressing the negative effects of crosslinguistic influence. Using this foundation new research directions and theorization in the field of second language acquisition are proposed. This book will serve as an excellent resource for students and scholars with interests in (instructed) second language learning applied linguistics cognitive psychology psycholinguistics and language education.

GBP 38.99
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African Language Digital Media and Communication

African Language Digital Media and Communication

While some academic attention has been paid to the impact of new digital technologies on African media in the colonial languages of English French and Portuguese there is a dearth of research into African language digital communication. This book analyses the online presence of African language media. The chapters in the book focus on the speed structure content navigation and interactivity operations and performance and audience of the online media. They also pay particular attention to how social media such as Facebook Twitter and WhatsApp have been appropriated by African language media. Using a wide range of case studies the contributors assess the challenges of adopting digital technologies by the media and how the technologies have impacted journalistic practice and media operations. Examining the ability of the African language press to adopt new technologies this book will be of interest to scholars of media journalism communication social media and culture in Africa. | African Language Digital Media and Communication

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