Shawn Loewen

Broschiertes Buch

Introduction to Instructed Second Language Acquisition

Beschreibung

Introduction to Instructed Second Language Acquisition is the first book to present a cohesive view of the different theoretical and pedagogical perspectives that comprise instructed second language acquisition (ISLA), defined as any type of learning that occurs as a result of the manipulating the process and conditions of second language acquisition. The book begins by considering the effectiveness of ISLA and the differences between ISLA and naturalistic L2 learning. It then goes on to discuss the theoretical, empirical, and pedagogical aspects of such key issues in ISLA as grammar learning; interaction in the classroom; focus on form, function and meaning; vocabulary learning; pronunciation learning; pragmatics learning; learning contexts; and individual differences. This timely and important volume is ideally suited for the graduate level ISLA course, and provides valuable insights for any SLA scholar interested in the processes involved in second language learning in classroom settings.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Artikelnr. des Verlages: Y136463
• 1st ed.
• Seitenzahl: 210
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Januar 2015
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 228mm x 153mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 338g
• ISBN-13: 9780415529549
• ISBN-10: 0415529549
• Artikelnr.: 40544771

Rezensionen

'It is high-time that a book bringing together research and theory about instructed second language learning was published. Shawn Loewen's book will prove invaluable for both researchers and teachers. It succinctly summarizes a wide body of research that has investigated the effects of instruction on all aspects of language, relates it to relevant second language acquisition theories, draws clear conclusions for language pedagogy ,and provides thought-provoking follow-up activities.' - Rod Ellis, The University of Auckland, New Zealand 'Shawn Loewen succeeds in making clear connections between theory and practice in this useful synthesis of classroom SLA research, and does so in a refreshing way that explores a range of instructional approaches across linguistic domains while also accounting for the role of context and individual differences.' - Roy Lyster, McGill University, Canada 'By providing a broad overview of ISLA, the author succeeds in filling a gap in the ISLA research base. This is a much needed source of information in the growing popularity of the study area.' - Marga Stander, University of the Free State, South Africa, The LINGUIST List

'Instructed SLA is an important area for both the study of second language acquisition and language pedagogy. Shawn Loewen does a first rate job in surveying the key issues and research to date. He also writes in a very accessible way, which will make his book very attractive to both undergraduate and graduate students.'

Rod Ellis, Curtin University, Australia

'This second edition not only provides an updated and comprehensive discussion of theoretical and empirical issues in ISLA but a much needed extension into the crucial relationship between these issues and practice together with end-of-chapters sections for further discussion. Both graduates and ISLA researchers will benefit tremendously from this

book.'

Ronald Leow, Georgetown University, USA

'Shawn Loewen has produced a succinct yet comprehensive volume on the role of instruction in second language learning. It begins by examining the key variables involved in L2 acquisition and the empirical studies investigating these processes. It then explores the issues related to the acquisition of different language sub-skills, such as grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and pragmatics. The book is commendable for its depth of coverage and the clarity with which issues are presented and discussed. It is an excellent resource for all those interested in learning about instructed SLA'.

Hossein Nassaji, University of Victoria, Canada

Praise for the first edition

'Shawn Loewen succeeds in making clear connections between theory and practice in this useful synthesis of classroom SLA research, and does so in a refreshing way that explores a range of instructional approaches across linguistic domains while also accounting for the role of context and individual differences.'

Roy Lyster, McGill University, Canada

'By providing a broad overview of ISLA, the author succeeds in filling a gap in the ISLA research base. This is a much needed source of information in the growing popularity of the study area.'

Marga Stander, University of the Free State, South Africa, in The LINGUIST List