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Reading in a Second Language: Moving from Theory to Practice

Reading in a Second Language: Moving from Theory to Practice

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This book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of reading abilities and their development in both L1 and L2,drawing on research from multiple disciplines. It offers practical insights into how reading can be taught effectively and is essential reading for academic researchers and students in Applied Linguistics and TESOL.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 500 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press


Understanding reading abilities and their development is fundamental for language comprehension and human cognition. This book, now in its second edition, draws on research from multiple disciplines to explain reading abilities in both L1 and L2 and showcases how this research can be applied in practice to support reading development. Since the first edition was published, significant advancements in research have been made, necessitating a comprehensive update and revision of this edition. All chapters present updated research studies, and new chapters have been added on the neurocognition of reading, reading-writing relationships, and digital reading. Whether you are interested in understanding the mechanics of reading regardless of the language(s) involved, or in learning effective teaching strategies, this book offers a persuasive research foundation and valuable practical insights. It is an essential reading for academic researchers and students in Applied Linguistics and TESOL.

Research into reading has made remarkable progress since the first edition of this book was published. Consequently, the second edition has undergone a thorough update and revision to reflect these advancements. Every chapter in this edition presents the latest research studies, while several new chapters have been included to cover important topics such as the neurocognition of reading, reading-writing relationships, and digital reading. Whether you are an academic researcher seeking a solid foundation of research or a teacher looking for effective teaching strategies, this book provides a compelling research base and valuable practical insights. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in advancing their understanding of reading abilities and their development, regardless of the language(s) involved.

Weight: 876g
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108793704
Edition number: 2 Revised edition

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