Introducing Second Language Acquisition

Third edition of the leading interdisciplinary introduction to second language acquisition, covering linguistic, psychological and social aspects.

Muriel Saville-Troike (Author), Karen Barto (Author)

9781316603925, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 15 December 2016

244 pages, 5 b/w illus. 2 colour illus. 23 tables 63 exercises
24.6 x 17.4 x 1.4 cm, 0.48 kg

'This textbook is absolutely perfect for my course in second language acquisition. It cuts right to the chase and clearly introduces concepts in a methodical way. Using this book, along with Key Questions in Second Language Acquisition enhanced the outcomes of the course.' Josef Fioretta, Hofstra University

Providing a solid foundation in second language acquisition, this book has become the leading introduction to the subject for students of linguistics, psychology and education, and trainee language teachers. Now in its third edition, the textbook offers comprehensive coverage of fundamental concepts, including second language acquisition (SLA) in adults and children, in formal and informal learning contexts, and in diverse socio-cultural settings, and takes an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging students to consider SLA from linguistic, psychological and social perspectives. Each chapter contains a list of key terms, a summary, and a range of graded exercises suitable for self-testing and class discussion. The third edition has been revised throughout, and features new material on the practical aspects of teaching language, along with updated online resources, including new classroom activities to accompany each chapter, as well as updated references and further reading suggestions.

1. Introducing second language acquisition
2. Foundations of second language acquisition
3. The linguistics of second language acquisition
4. The psychology of second language acquisition
5. Social contexts of second language acquisition
6. Acquiring knowledge for L2 use
7. L2 learning and teaching.

Subject Areas: Language acquisition [CFDC]