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The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics serves as an introduction and reference point to key areas in the field of applied linguistics.
The five sections of the volume encompass a wide range of topics from a variety of perspectives:
- applied linguistics in action
- language learning, language education
- language, culture and identity
- perspectives on language in use
- descriptions of language for applied linguistics.
The forty-seven chapters connect knowledge about language to decision-making in the real world. The volume as a whole highlights the role of applied linguistics, which is to make insights drawn from language study relevant to such decision-making.
The chapters are written by specialists from around the world. Each one provides an overview of the history of the topic, the main current issues and possible future trajectory. Where appropriate, authors discuss the impact and use of new technology in the area. Suggestions for further reading are provided with every chapter. The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics is an essential purchase for postgraduate students of applied linguistics.
Editorial board: Ronald Carter, Guy Cook, Diane Larsen-Freeman and Amy Tsui.
Editions of The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics
- EBook
- ISBN 9781136857973
- PDF
- ISBN 9781136857980
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The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics serves as an introduction and reference point to key areas in the field of applied linguistics.
The five sections of the volume encompass a wide range of topics from a variety of perspectives:
- applied linguistics in action
- language learning, language education
- language, culture and identity
- perspectives on language in use
- descriptions of language for applied linguistics.
The forty-seven chapters connect knowledge about language to decision-making in the real world. The volume as a whole highlights the role of applied linguistics, which is to make insights drawn from language study relevant to such decision-making.
The chapters are written by specialists from around the world. Each one provides an overview of the history of the topic, the main current issues and possible future trajectory. Where appropriate, authors discuss the impact and use of new technology in the area. Suggestions for further reading are provided with every chapter. The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics is an essential purchase for postgraduate students of applied linguistics.
Editorial board: Ronald Carter, Guy Cook, Diane Larsen-Freeman and Amy Tsui.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics about?
The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics serves as an introduction and reference point to key areas in the field of applied linguistics.
The five sections of the volume encompass a wide range of topics from a variety of perspectives:
- applied linguistics in action
- language learning, language education
- language, culture and identity
- perspectives on language in use
- descriptions of language for applied linguistics.
The forty-seven chapters connect knowledge about language to decision-making in the real world. The volume as a whole highlights the role of applied linguistics, which is to make insights drawn from language study relevant to such decision-making.
The chapters are written by specialists from around the world. Each one provides an overview of the history of the topic, the main current issues and possible future trajectory. Where appropriate, authors discuss the impact and use of new technology in the area. Suggestions for further reading are provided with every chapter. The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics is an essential purchase for postgraduate students of applied linguistics.
Editorial board: Ronald Carter, Guy Cook, Diane Larsen-Freeman and Amy Tsui.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics?
Language and Linguistics > Language teaching and learning > Language teaching theory and methods
Where can I read a sample of The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781136857973
Is The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Routledge Handbooks in Applied Linguistics
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics?
James Simpson
Who is the Publisher of the book The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics is available as ebook(ISBN 9781136857973) and pdf(ISBN 9781136857980)