Usage in Second Language Acquisition: Critical Reflections and Future Directions

The study of "usage" has been a major line of second language learning research for decades, and this comprehensive text reviews and critically examines current conceptualizations of usage, learning, and their connections in SLA. It will be an invaluable resource to students and researchers in SLA, applied linguistics, psychology, cognitive science, education, and related areas.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 27 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

For decades, the study of "usage" has been a central focus of second language learning research. While the concept of usage may be understood and analyzed in numerous ways, this comprehensive and forward-thinking text brings together international scholars from diverse perspectives to explore and critically evaluate current conceptualizations of usage, learning, and their interconnections in the field of second language acquisition (SLA). By engaging in a dialogue between these diverse viewpoints, Kevin McManus synthesizes the state-of-the-art knowledge to shape the future of theory-building and empirical SLA research.

This text is a valuable resource for students and researchers in SLA, applied linguistics, psychology, cognitive science, education, and related fields. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge and offers insightful perspectives on the future of SLA research.

The study of "usage" has been a longstanding and significant area of research in second language learning. While the concept of usage may be approached and examined in various ways, this comprehensive and forward-thinking text brings together international scholars from diverse perspectives to explore and critically evaluate current conceptualizations of usage, learning, and their interconnections in the field of second language acquisition (SLA). By engaging in a dialogue between these diverse viewpoints, Kevin McManus synthesizes the state-of-the-art knowledge to shape the future of theory-building and empirical SLA research.

This text is a valuable resource for students and researchers in SLA, applied linguistics, psychology, cognitive science, education, and related fields. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge and offers insightful perspectives on the future of SLA research.

The study of "usage" has been a central focus of second language learning research for decades. While the concept of usage may be understood and analyzed in numerous ways, this comprehensive and forward-thinking text brings together international scholars from diverse perspectives to explore and critically evaluate current conceptualizations of usage, learning, and their interconnections in the field of second language acquisition (SLA). By engaging in a dialogue between these diverse viewpoints, Kevin McManus synthesizes the state-of-the-art knowledge to shape the future of theory-building and empirical SLA research.

This text is a valuable resource for students and researchers in SLA, applied linguistics, psychology, cognitive science, education, and related fields. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge and offers insightful perspectives on the future of SLA research.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 153 x 230 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032668055