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Introducing Second Language Acquisition - Perspectives And Practices

by Kirsten M. Hummel

~~48,96€~~ 39,17€ 20% OFF + 5% CARD

 <p><b>An up-to-date overview of second language acquisition, designed to engage 21<sup>st</sup>-century learners<br /><br /></b></p> <p><i>Introducing Second Language Acquisition: Perspectives and Practices</i> provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the main concepts, issues, and debates in second language acquisition studies. This introductory textbook is aimed specifically at students encountering the topic for the first time. Each chapter offers a modern layout with engaging pedagogical features such as self-assessment and discussion questions, project ideas, and further reading and viewing suggestions.</p> <p>The second edition of <i>Introducing Second Language Acquisition: Perspectives and Practices</i> has been fully updated to reflect the most recent scholarship in the field. It introduces a new structure, featuring separate chapters on theoretical perspectives which cover past and present approaches as well as cognitive approaches. New content also includes sections on skill acquisition theory, translanguaging, second language literacy development, and multilingualism.</p> <p>Written in accessible language and with a focus on practical applications, this go-to textbook is a clear and concise introduction to second language acquisition studies, offering lessons drawn from the latest leading research. It is an ideal resource for students in applied linguistics and second language education. This key text offers: </p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive coverage of the latest research in second language acquisition studies</li> <li>Improved organizational structure to promote greater student comprehension</li> <li>Engaging introduction to the theoretical underpinnings of second language acquisition, with chapters on first language acquisition and bilingualism and multilingualism</li> <li>Coverage of key topics including acquisition contexts, theoretical perspectives, language teaching methods, and individual differences</li> <li>Pedagogical tools to aid student learning, including "language learning in practice" textboxes, bolded terms defined in the margins, and an end-of-book glossary</li> </ul> <p>With a strong focus on the fundamentals, this second edition of <i>Introducing Second Language Acquisition</i> stands as an innovative guide. This book is ideal for today’s undergraduate students, offering a practical focus and appealing format that will aid in learning and provide a solid foundation for further study.</p>
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Applying Phonetics - Speech Science In Everyday Life

by Murray J. Munro

~~47,63€~~ 38,10€ 20% OFF + 5% CARD

 A unique and accessible introduction to the field of phonetics through real-life applications and practical examples The dynamic field of phonetics, the science of the structure and function of human speech, has seen exciting technological innovations and new applications in recent years. Applying Phonetics introduces students to the field through a unique exploratory approach that highlights practical applications and focuses on the diverse ways in which the speech sciences influence daily life. Requiring no prior knowledge of linguistics, this accessible, student-friendly textbook introduces the key concepts in phonetics and explains their relevance to contemporary applications. Even students who have completed introductory linguistics courses will discover plenty of new material in this volume. Rather than immediately delving into complex theoretical information, the text presents a brief overview of basic concepts and then uses applications speech synthesis, forensic speech science, language teaching to explain the details. This unique approach increases student interest and comprehension, clearly demonstrating how speech science is beneficial to society. Engaging, easily-relatable topics include speech anatomy and physiology, the nature of normal and disordered speech development, the origins of speech, and speech applications in forensics, music, drama, film, and business. Written by a respected expert with over 25 years experience teaching linguistics and phonetics, this textbook Explores the wide-ranging applications of phonetics areas such as accessibility, computer speech, education, the fine arts, and business Demonstrates how practical problems have been addressed through phonetics, such as the use of speech analysis for forensic purposes Presents real-life case studies that illustrate fundamental phonetics concepts Includes exercises and activities, discussion questions, an extensive glossary, further readings, and a companion website Applying Phonetics: Speech Science in Everyday Life is an ideal text for undergraduate students with no prior knowledge of linguistics, as well as those needing to expand their knowledge of phonetic principles. It will appeal to students in education, computer science, cognitive science, biology, psychology, business, and music.
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Understanding Sentence Structure - An Introduction To English Syntax

by Christina Tortora

~~100,63€~~ 80,50€ 20% OFF + 5% CARD

 A straightforward guide to understanding English grammar This book is for people who have never thought about syntax, and who don t know anything about grammar, but who want to learn.
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Understanding Sentence Structure - An Introduction To English Syntax

by Christina (The City University Of New York, Usa) Tortora

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 A straightforward guide to understanding English grammar This book is for people who have never thought about syntax, and who don t know anything about grammar, but who want to learn.
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Understanding Sentence Structure - An Introduction To English Syntax

by Christina (The City University Of New York, Usa) Tortora

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 A straightforward guide to understanding English grammar This book is for people who have never thought about syntax, and who don t know anything about grammar, but who want to learn.
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What Is Sociolinguistics?

by Gerard Van Herk

~~46,31€~~ 37,05€ 20% OFF + 5% CARD

 How is our language affected by our ethnicity, gender, and region? How are our conversations and other interactions structured? How does society view and regulate language? How do we use language to present ourselves to others? In this revised and updated second edition of the popular What Is Sociolinguistics? Gerard Van Herk explores these and other intriguing questions about language, how we use it, and its relationships to society. Van Herk guides the reader on a tour through the major issues that define the field, including region, status, gender, time, language attitudes, interaction, and style, at the same time exploring the sociolinguistics of multilingualism, culture and ethnicity, language contact, and education. This second edition has been revised and updated to include new and more exercises, discussion questions, and suggested readings, as well as expanded chapters exploring gender duality and Latino English. Key readings are introduced in Van Herk s clear and engaging voice, which accompanies the text throughout, providing an accessible point of entry for those new to, or less familiar with, sociolinguistics. Chapter summaries and textboxes are similarly employed to signpost and illuminate learning. A companion website features PowerPoint slides for each chapter with suggestions for framing class discussions and exercises, further examples of concepts discussed, additional reading suggestions, and ready-to-go slides for class presentation. Packed with the latest research and practical teaching aids, What is Sociolinguistics? Second edition retains the highly-praised character of its predecessor and provides an essential up-to-date text for both students and instructors alike.
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Introduction To Language

by Kirk Hazen

~~54,26€~~ 43,41€ 20% OFF + 5% CARD

 An Introduction to Language offers an engaging guide to the nature of language, focusing on how language works its sounds, words, structures, and phrases all investigated through wide-ranging examples from Old English to contemporary pop culture.
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An Introduction To Language

by Kirk (West Virginia University, Usa) Hazen

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 An Introduction to Language offers an engaging guide to the nature of language, focusing on how language works its sounds, words, structures, and phrases all investigated through wide-ranging examples from Old English to contemporary pop culture.
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Introducing Second Language Acquisition - Perspectives And Practices

by Kirsten M. Hummel

~~120,51€~~ 96,41€ 20% OFF + 5% CARD

 Introducing Second Language Acquisition: Perspectives and Practices represents a clear and concise introduction to the main concepts, issues, and debates in second language acquisition studies, aimed specifically at undergraduates encountering the topic for the first time.
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The Encyclopedia Of Theoretical Criminology

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 The two-volume Encyclopedia of Theoretical Criminology represents the definitive and most up-to-date reference source for theoretical criminology. Expertly-authored entries from international contributors familiarize readers with leading theories, concepts, and key figures in the field.
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The Sounds Of Language - An Introduction To Phonetics And Phonology

by Elizabeth C. (Georgetown University, Usa) Zsiga

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Studying Language, Producing Knowledge - An Introduction To Discourse Analysis

by Anne Mantynen e Sari Pietikainen

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Introducing Second Language Acquisition - Perspectives And Practices

by Kirsten M. (Laval University, Canada) Hummel

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Applying Phonetics - Speech Science In Everyday Life

by Murray J. (Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada) Munro

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What Is Sociolinguistics?

by Gerard (Memorial University Of Newfoundland, Canada) Van Herk

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Heavy Metal Toxicity And Tolerance In Plants - A Biological, Omics, And Genetic Engineering Approach

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Crystallization Of Organic Compounds - An Industrial Perspective

by Edward L. (Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, Usa) Paul, Hsien-Hsin (Acryspharm, Llc) Tung, James A. (Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, Usa; Rutgers University) Mccauley e Michael (Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, Usa) Midler

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Windows 365 For Dummies

by Ken Withee e Rosemarie Withee

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Nature Of Language - Psycholinguistic Perspectives On Words

by Gary (Brock University, Ontario, Canada) Libben

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An Introduction To Language

by Kirk (West Virginia University, Usa) Hazen

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 An Introduction to Language offers an engaging guide to the nature of language, focusing on how language works its sounds, words, structures, and phrases all investigated through wide-ranging examples from Old English to contemporary pop culture.
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Introducing Second Language Acquisition - Perspectives And Practices

by Kirsten M. (Laval University, Canada) Hummel

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 Introducing Second Language Acquisition: Perspectives and Practices represents a clear and concise introduction to the main concepts, issues, and debates in second language acquisition studies aimed specifically at undergraduates encountering the topic for the first time.
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Articulatory Phonetics

by Bryan (University Of British Columbia, Canada) Gick e Ian (University Of Aizu, Japan) Wilson

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 Articulatory Phonetics presents a concise and non-technical introduction to the physiological processes involved in producing sounds in human speech. With a primary focus on the basic anatomy and physiology of speech and how different kinds of speech sounds are made, the text serves as an ideal guide through this burgeoning area of research.
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The Sounds Of Language - An Introduction To Phonetics And Phonology

by Elizabeth C. (Georgetown University, Usa) Zsiga

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 The Sounds of Language is an introductory guide to the linguistic study of speech sounds, which provides uniquely balanced coverage of both phonology and phonetics. Features exercises and problem sets, as well as supporting online resources at www.wiley.com/go/zsiga , including additional discussion questions and exercises, as well as links to further resources such as sound files, video files, and useful websites Creates opportunities for students to practice data analysis and hypothesis testing Integrates data on sociolinguistic variation, first language acquisition, and second language learning Explores diverse topics ranging from the practical, such as how to make good digital recordings, make a palatogram, solve a phoneme/allophone problem, or read a spectrogram; to the theoretical, including the role of markedness in linguistic theory, the necessity of abstraction, features and formal notation, issues in speech perception as distinct from hearing, and modelling sociolinguistic and other variations Organized specifically to fit the needs of undergraduate students of phonetics and phonology, and is structured in a way which enables instructors to use the text both for a single semester phonetics and phonology course or for a two-course sequence
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Network Protocols

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