Identity Trajectories of Adult Second Language Learners: Learning Italian in Australia

This book investigates the motivations of adult second language (L2) learners in continuing education settings in Australia, focusing on their learning trajectories and identity development. It also explores the role of the Italian migrant community in making Italian a sought-after language to learn.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2018
Publisher: Multilingual Matters

This captivating book delves into the compelling motivations behind adult second language (L2) learners in continuing education settings in Australia to embark on the journey of learning Italian. It specifically focuses on unraveling the driving forces, learning trajectories, and the intricate dynamics of identity development that arise during the learning process. At the heart of this study lies the diverse group of adult L2 learners, who continue to be a largely under-researched and rapidly expanding cohort. By exploring the unique learning experiences of this specific group, readers will gain a profound understanding of the intricacies involved in their language acquisition journey and valuable insights into strategies for sustaining L2 adult learning motivation in continuing education environments. Furthermore, the book takes a deep dive into the significant role played by the Italian migrant community in Australia in making Italian a highly sought-after language to learn. It examines how the migrant community can influence motivation, shedding light on the intricate interplay between language learning contexts and the sociocultural environments in which second language learning trajectories unfold.

This captivating book delves into the compelling motivations behind adult second language (L2) learners in continuing education settings in Australia to embark on the journey of learning Italian. It specifically focuses on unraveling the driving forces, learning trajectories, and the intricate dynamics of identity development that arise during the learning process. At the heart of this study lies the diverse group of adult L2 learners, who continue to be a largely under-researched and rapidly expanding cohort. By exploring the unique learning experiences of this specific group, readers will gain a profound understanding of the intricacies involved in their language acquisition journey and valuable insights into strategies for sustaining L2 adult learning motivation in continuing education environments. Furthermore, the book takes a deep dive into the significant role played by the Italian migrant community in Australia in making Italian a highly sought-after language to learn. It examines how the migrant community can influence motivation, shedding light on the intricate interplay between language learning contexts and the sociocultural environments in which second language learning trajectories unfold.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788922197