An Introduction to Second Language Acquisition Research

Applied Linguistics and Language Study

by Diane Larsen-Freeman

The authors primary aim in writing this book to introduce readers to research on second language acquisition (SLA). The field is a broad one, and this is reflected in our focus on naturalistic and instructed learning by children and adults, as individuals or groups, in foreign and second language settings.

Genres: Language, Teaching, Textbooks, Education

Paperback

First published January 1, 1989

About the author

Diane Larsen-Freeman is a Professor of Education, Professor of Linguistics, and a Research Scientist at the English Language Institute of Michigan. She is also a Distinguished Senior Faculty Fellow at the School for International Training in Brattleboro, Vermont, USA. A teacher educator for over 30 years, Professor Larsen-Freeman has published numerous books and articles about second language acquisition research, English grammar, and language teaching methods.

Reviews

[Lily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Indispensable para la enseñanza de SLA.

[Elham]

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