About the book
Starting from the premise that language instruction should be informed by how humans learn language, this module on second language acquisition (SLA) aims to provide teachers at any level with a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the key findings about how second languages are learned in adulthood. This module explores a variety of topics including the mechanisms in the mind responsible for language acquisition, the roles that input and output play in acquisition, and how language develops in the learner’s mind over time. Furthermore, the module explores the many factors believed to impact the outcome of SLA, such as the role of the native language, individual differences in aptitude and motivation, and age of acquisition.
Please visit the series companion website for more information: http://routledgetextbooks.com/textbooks/9781315679594/
Editions of Second Language Acquisition: The Basics
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317394587
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317394594
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Starting from the premise that language instruction should be informed by how humans learn language, this module on second language acquisition (SLA) aims to provide teachers at any level with a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the key findings about how second languages are learned in adulthood. This module explores a variety of topics including the mechanisms in the mind responsible for language acquisition, the roles that input and output play in acquisition, and how language develops in the learner’s mind over time. Furthermore, the module explores the many factors believed to impact the outcome of SLA, such as the role of the native language, individual differences in aptitude and motivation, and age of acquisition.
Please visit the series companion website for more information: http://routledgetextbooks.com/textbooks/9781315679594/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Second Language Acquisition: The Basics about?
Starting from the premise that language instruction should be informed by how humans learn language, this module on second language acquisition (SLA) aims to provide teachers at any level with a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the key findings about how second languages are learned in adulthood. This module explores a variety of topics including the mechanisms in the mind responsible for language acquisition, the roles that input and output play in acquisition, and how language develops in the learner’s mind over time. Furthermore, the module explores the many factors believed to impact the outcome of SLA, such as the role of the native language, individual differences in aptitude and motivation, and age of acquisition.
Please visit the series companion website for more information: http://routledgetextbooks.com/textbooks/9781315679594/
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Second Language Acquisition: The Basics?
Language and Linguistics > Linguistics > Psycholinguistics and cognitive linguistics > Language acquisition
Where can I read a sample of Second Language Acquisition: The Basics?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317394587
Is Second Language Acquisition: The Basics part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series The Routledge E-Modules on Contemporary Language Teaching
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Second Language Acquisition: The Basics?
Gregory D. Keating
Who is the Publisher of the book Second Language Acquisition: The Basics?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Second Language Acquisition: The Basics is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317394587) and pdf(ISBN 9781317394594)