A comprehensive introduction to how people learn second languages
(L2s), this textbook approaches the topic through five problems the
L2 learner has to solve: 'breaking into' the L2; associating forms
with meanings; learning sentence structure; learning phrasal and
sentential meaning; and learning the use of the L2 in context.
These problems are linked throughout to the L2 acquisition of
lexis, morphology, syntax, semantics, phonetics/phonology and
language-use in a reader-friendly way, using key studies to build a
comprehensive picture of how L2s are learned. 'In a nutshell'
summaries of chapter sections provide helpful signposts to the
developing argument, whilst end-of-chapter activities encourage the
reader to reflect on the ideas presented, analyse data and think
creatively about the problems encountered. The roles of innate
knowledge, input, and the age at which learning starts are also
considered. This essential textbook will enable students to think
objectively about language, and will be an asset to any
introductory course on second language acquisition.
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