Attention and Awareness in Foreign Language Learning

Attention and Awareness in Foreign Language Learning by Richard W. Schmidt, published by the National Foreign Language Resource Center in 1995, explores the intricacies of language acquisition. This edition, written in English and spanning 390 pages, presents research focused on learning Spanish, Japanese, Finnish, Hawaiian, and English as a second language, while also including insights from French, German, and miniature artificial languages.

Readers will find a comprehensive examination of the cognitive processes involved in language learning, emphasizing the roles of attention and awareness. The book delves into various educational methodologies and psycholinguistic principles, making it relevant for those interested in education, teaching, and linguistics. Through its detailed analysis, this work aims to enhance understanding of how learners engage with different languages and the factors that influence their success in language acquisition.