Introducing Second Language Acquisition
Introducing Second Language Acquisition by Muriel Saville-Troike, published by Cambridge University Press in 2017, is a comprehensive textbook that serves as a foundational resource for students in linguistics, psychology, and education, as well as trainee language teachers. This third edition spans 232 pages and provides an in-depth exploration of second language acquisition (SLA) across various contexts, including both formal and informal learning environments. The book adopts an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging readers to examine SLA through linguistic, psychological, and social lenses.
Readers will find a structured presentation of fundamental concepts related to SLA in both adults and children, along with practical insights into teaching language. Each chapter includes key terms, summaries, and a variety of graded exercises designed for self-testing and class discussions. The updated edition features new material on practical teaching aspects and enhanced online resources, including classroom activities that complement the content of each chapter, making it a valuable tool for those interested in the intricacies of language acquisition.
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Providing a solid foundation in second language acquisition, this book has become the leading introduction to the subject for students of linguistics, psychology and education, and trainee language teachers. Now in its third edition, the textbook offers comprehensive coverage of fundamental concepts, including second language acquisition (SLA) in adults and children, in formal and informal learning contexts, and in diverse socio-cultural settings, and takes an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging students to consider SLA from linguistic, psychological and social perspectives. Each chapter contains a list of key terms, a summary, and a range of graded exercises suitable for self-testing and class discussion. The third edition has been revised throughout, and features new material on the practical aspects of teaching language, along with updated online resources, including new classroom activities to accompany each chapter, as well as updated references and further reading suggestions.
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