This book presents new research in the field of language acquisition and development. The contributors pay attention to first language development and other language acquisition (second, foreign and additional), and focus on issues directly relevant to both areas of investigation. One of the main aims of the book is to discover how research and practice in first language development can contribute to the teaching and learning of other languages, and vice versa. The book is distinctive in this area in its application of theoretical findings to the development of principles, objectives and...
This book presents new research in the field of language acquisition and development. The contributors pay attention to first language development ...
There have been a number of books published on various aspects of materials development for language teaching but Developing Materials for Language Teaching is the only one which provides a comprehensive coverage of the main aspects and issues in the field. This second edition brings it completely up to date and expands on the original book. It deals with advances in IT and an increasingly globalized world.
It is the only publication which views current developments in materials development through the eyes of developers and users of materials from all over the world. In doing so it...
There have been a number of books published on various aspects of materials development for language teaching but Developing Materials for Language...
SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning is the only book available to focus on the interaction between second language acquisition theory and materials development for language learning. It consists of contributions written by experts in SLA, experts in materials development, researchers who have expertise in both fields, and introductions and conclusions by the editor. The book is organized into four major sections position statements; materials driven by SLA theory; evaluations of materials in relation to SLA theory; and proposals for action that offer a diverse range...
SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning is the only book available to focus on the interaction between second language acquisitio...
SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning is the only book available to focus on the interaction between second language acquisition theory and materials development for language learning. It consists of contributions written by experts in SLA, experts in materials development, researchers who have expertise in both fields, and introductions and conclusions by the editor. The book is organized into four major sections - position statements; materials driven by SLA theory; evaluations of materials in relation to SLA theory; and proposals for action - that offer a...
SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning is the only book available to focus on the interaction between second language a...
