Handbook of Technology and Second Language Teaching and Learning

The Handbook of Technology and Second Language Teaching and Learning explores the impact of technology on second language learning, including language teaching and learning through technology, the technology-pedagogy interface, technology for L2 assessment, and research and development of technology for language learning. It covers all aspects of language development, pedagogy, assessment, and research, and demonstrates the extensive implications of technology for language teachers, learners, materials-developers, and researchers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 520 pages
Publication date: 25 November 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

The Handbook of Technology and Second Language Teaching and Learning is a comprehensive exploration of the profound impact of technology on the realm of second language learning. The rapidly evolving language-technology interface has sparked significant transformations and expanded avenues for second language teaching and learning. This influence has been keenly felt in the approaches and methodologies employed to assess learners' language proficiency and conduct research in language teaching and learning.

Contributions from a diverse team of international scholars comprise the Handbook, organized into four parts: language teaching and learning through technology, the technology-pedagogy interface, technology for L2 assessment, and research and development of technology for language learning. It delves into how technology supports various aspects of language development, the emergence of pedagogy at the intersection of language and technology, the role of technology in language assessment, and key research issues in the field of research and development of technologies for language learning. The Handbook encompasses a wide range of language components, including grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, speaking, pragmatics, and intercultural learning, as well as innovative pedagogical approaches and assessment methods. It also highlights new ways of conceptualizing and conducting research and development in the field.

The Handbook of Technology and Second Language Teaching and Learning showcases the vast and intricate implications of technology for language teachers, learners, materials developers, and researchers. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, practitioners, and scholars seeking to stay abreast of the latest developments and advancements in the field. By examining the interplay between technology and second language learning, the Handbook provides insights into the future of language education and offers practical strategies for integrating technology effectively into language teaching and learning practices.

Weight: 884g
Dimension: 244 x 171 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119108474