Binding: Paperback
Description: This singular new textbook is both an introduction to the major theories of second language acquisition and a practical proposal for their application to language learning courses. It explains and evaluates these theories and focuses on recent research that has enriched thinking about the best ways to facilitate communicative effectiveness in an L 2. It then suggests practical applications regarding language planning curriculum development pedagogy materials development teacher development and assessment establishing a tangible connection between theory and practice. Unlike many SL a books which are narrowly focused on the acquisition of language it explores the roles of factors such as pragmatics para - linguistic signals gesture semiotics multi - modality embodied language and brain activity in L 2 communication. SL a Applied connects research - based theories to the authors and students real - life experiences in the classroom and stimulates reflection and creativity through the inclusion of Readers Tasks in every chapter. This engaging and relevant text is suitable for students in Applied Linguistics or Tesol courses trainee teachers researchers and practitioners.
Title: Sla Applied Connecting Theory And Practice
Author(s): Masuhara Hitomi (University Of Liverpool)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Barcode: 9781108458535
Pages: 420 Pages, Worked Examples Or Exercises
Publication Date: 7/15/2021
Category: Teaching Of A Specific Subject