A comprehensive introduction to how people learn second languages
(L2s), this textbook approaches the topic through five problems the L2
learner has to solve: 'breaking into' the L2; associating forms with
meanings; learning sentence structure; learning phrasal and sentential
meaning; and learning the use of the L2 in context. These problems are
linked throughout to the L2 acquisition of lexis, morphology, syntax,
semantics, phonetics/phonology and language-use in a reader-friendly
way, using key studies to build a comprehensive picture of how L2s
are learned. 'In a nutshell' summaries of chapter sections provide
helpful signposts to the developing argument, whilst end-of-chapter
activities encourage the reader to reflect on the ideas presented,
analyse data and think creatively about the problems encountered. The
roles of innate knowledge, input, and the age at which learning starts
are also considered. This essential textbook will enable students to
think objectively about language, and will be an asset to any
introductory course on second language acquisition.
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ISBN
9781108628013
Publisert
2018
Utgiver
Vendor
Cambridge University Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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