A survey and analysis of second language theory discusses the development of ideas in this expanding area of language studies. It looks at the implications of these ideas and directions for future research. Contains study questions and activities as well as practical guidelines on the use of available research resources.
General Editor's PrefaceAuthor's PrefaceAcknowledgementsPart I: Towards Theory1. A quick round tour2. Learner systems3. Creative construction4. Analysing interlanguagePart II: Revisions and Alternatives5. Early refinements6. Theoretical developmentsPart III: The Coming of Age7. Theoretical applications of linguistics8. The role of UG in second language learning9. Implications and applicationsQuestions and topics for discussionExtended glossary of termsBibliographyAppendix: Standard research resourcesIndex
Michael Sharwood Smith, John Truscott, Edinburgh) Sharwood Smith, Michael (Heriot-Watt University, Taiwan) Truscott, John (National Tsing Hua University, Mike Sharwood-Smith
Michael Sharwood Smith, John Truscott, Edinburgh) Sharwood Smith, Michael (Heriot-Watt University, Taiwan) Truscott, John (National Tsing Hua University
Michael Sharwood Smith, John Truscott, Edinburgh) Sharwood Smith, Michael (Heriot-Watt University, Taiwan) Truscott, John (National Tsing Hua University
Michael Sharwood Smith, John Truscott, Edinburgh) Sharwood Smith, Michael (Heriot-Watt University, Taiwan) Truscott, John (National Tsing Hua University, Mike Sharwood-Smith