4275 results for 'Angus Croll'

Understanding second language acquisition is crucial for effective English language teaching. This book explores the essential components of ESL/EFL students' learning and other factors that can...

This study explores how knowing a second language affects our first language, presenting theories and research from various fields including vocabulary, pragmatics, cognition, and syntax. By...

Thought and Language by J. M. Moravcsik explores a comprehensive approach to understanding language, situating it within a broader framework that encompasses fundamental questions about thought and...

Language and Gender is a comprehensive introduction to the English language as it relates to understanding gender. Written with input from the Cambridge English Corpus, this book explores how English...

Language and Power: Understanding the Influence of English on Society This book provides an introduction to how language is used to shape our relationships with others and position us within social...

The New Language Leader Intermediate Coursebook provides students with an intelligent approach to building confidence and skills in English. This coursebook is designed for students at the B1-B1+...

This introduction to language provides a broad and accessible overview of language as a formal system. It explores the nature of words, sounds, and syntax, highlighting the abstract and complex...

Understanding how we learn to communicate is a lifelong process. This book provides an in-depth exploration of language development, from early childhood to adolescence, and the social factors that...

The first picaresque novel, Lazarillo de Tormes is a brief and simply told tale of adventure and misadventure. With its laconic cynicism and playful wordplay, this 14th-century Spanish story has...

The Crucible of Language: How Language and Mind Create Meaning by Vyvyan Evans Meaning arises from our use of language in every interaction, from a hurtful comment to a well-crafted argument. In this...

Waking up with superpowers would be life-changing. But what if that's exactly what happens to people all over the world? In an instant, the rules change and the world becomes a more dangerous place...

Language, Creativity and Humour Online by Camilla Vasquez explores the creative linguistic practices found in online digital contexts. It introduces new digital genres and expands existing research...

Discover the power of large language models and learn how to harness their capabilities in this visually educational book. Recent advances in deep learning have enabled language AI systems to write...

Introducing Language and Society provides an engaging introduction to sociolinguistics, exploring current social issues such as racism, inequality, and belonging. This textbook combines traditional...

First published in 1984, this book offers a new perspective on the art of oratory. Max Atkinson draws on his expertise to provide insights into the language and body language used by politicians to...

Consciousness and Second Language Learning by John Truscott explores the relationship between consciousness and second language learning. This book provides an in-depth examination of theories of...

Lectures on Language Performance by C.E. Osgood is an 8-chapter volume that presents the author's lectures given at the University of Illinois in 1978. These chapters form an anticipation of Osgood's...

The Language Game: How Improvisation Created Language and Changed the WorldHow do we acquire language, and why is it so complex? The Language Game offers a fresh perspective on the origins of...

Exploring the Language of Poems, Plays and Prose by Mick Short provides a clear introduction to stylistic analysis, covering poetry, drama, and prose fiction in depth. This accessible guide examines...

Introducing Second Language Acquisition provides a comprehensive foundation in second language acquisition for students of linguistics, psychology and education, as well as trainee language teachers...

The concept of authenticity in English as a global language is complex and multifaceted. This book offers a comprehensive review of decades of debate around authenticity in language teaching and...

Language Test Validation in a Digital Age by Guoxing Yu and Jing Xu This volume examines the role of technology in language test design and validation. It reports on research studies that explore the...

One Mind, Two Languages explores current research in language processing from both linguistic and psycholinguistic perspectives in individuals who speak more than one language. This study delves into...

Discover the enchanting world of the Grishaverse in this beautifully illustrated collection of fairy tales. Leigh Bardugo's The Language of Thorns is a deliciously atmospheric retelling of myth,...

Dying Words: Endangered Languages and What They Have to Tell Us by Nicholas Evans explores the significance of language in our collective intellectual heritage. As one of the leading figures in...

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Language Teaching by Christina Gkonou, Jean-Marc Dewaele and Jim King explores the complex emotional experiences of language teachers. This collection of essays delves...

Assessing Writing by Sara Cushing Weigle provides valuable insights into the assessment of language learners' writing abilities. This book addresses a crucial need for language teachers, offering...

An analysis of language textbooks for foreign and second language learning presents a new framework for understanding cultural and societal representations. This approach distinguishes between five...

This edited collection explores the link between second language pragmatics research and English language education in East Asia. It examines how learners use English as a lingua franca for academic...

Language Teacher Noticing in Tasks by Daniel O. Jackson provides an accessible exploration of teacher noticing, a crucial process in language teacher education. This innovative study examines how...

Language vs. Reality: Why Language Is Good for Lawyers and Bad for Scientists by N. J. Enfield Language is a complex and multifaceted tool that shapes our perceptions of the world. While it is often...

Language Coaching in Action: Brain-friendly Materials for Effective Language Learning. This book offers practical guidance on how to help students learn language in a way that is most efficient,...

Creoles, Revisited: Language Contact, Language Change, and Postcolonial Linguistics by Nicholas Faraclas and Sally J. Delgado is a groundbreaking study that redefines our understanding of creole...

Vocabulary in Language Teaching by Joe Barcroft provides an in-depth exploration of the role of vocabulary in language acquisition and instruction. The book delves into the nature of vocabulary...

Attitudes to Language provides an introduction to the facts and fallacies behind our beliefs about 'good English'. Suitable for advanced level students and beyond, this book explores contemporary...

The USS Enterprise journeys through the Taurus Reach, a vast and little-known region of space, in search of repairs at the newly established Starbase 47. Captain James Kirk is puzzled by the...

Michael Tomasello presents a comprehensive usage-based theory of language acquisition in this groundbreaking book. By drawing together empirical research from cognitive science, linguistics, and...

Assessing Languages for Specific Purposes provides a comprehensive framework for evaluating languages in specific contexts. This essential resource is ideal for anyone involved in language teaching,...

Language, Society and the Elderly Discourse, Identity and Ageing by Nikolas Coupland, Justine Coupland, and Howard Giles is a pioneering work that challenges existing understandings of language and...

A collection of essays in honour of Professor Merrill Swain, a leading scholar in second language acquisition and education. This volume reflects her broad contributions to the field of applied...

Learn to build robust and scalable Angular applications with this hands-on guide. Starting with an introduction to TypeScript and ES6, you'll progress through modules and components used in complex...

The Cambridge Handbook of Endangered Languages provides a comprehensive examination of the reasons behind the dramatic loss of linguistic diversity worldwide. With at least half of the world's 7,000...

This lively and informative guide explores Hamlet as a pivotal moment in Shakespeare's use of language and dramatic form, while also examining the central issue of Hamlet's inaction. Recent critical...

Assessing Vocabulary by John A. S. Read provides a framework for assessing the vocabulary knowledge of second language learners. This volume expands on traditional approaches to vocabulary testing,...

Learn how to solve complex problems in five different programming languages. This book takes you through the process of building fully functional programs in Elm, Clojure, Elixir, Lua and Julia,...

Language Acquisition: The Age Factor by David Michael Singleton and Lisa Ryan explores the evidence surrounding an age factor in first and second language acquisition. Studies of feral children to...

A comprehensive guide to the Arabic language has been compiled in this handbook, providing a concise reference for researchers and students alike. Originally published in 1967, it remains an...

Assisting Students with Language Delays in the Classroom is a practical language programme designed for teachers and SENCOs to use in the classroom with children and adolescents who require...

The Routledge Handbook of Sign Language Pedagogy is a comprehensive reference that brings together leading experts in sign language pedagogy to share their knowledge and research. This handbook fills...

Language Learning Strategies in Independent Settings by Stella Hurd and Tim Lewis offers practical guidance for those seeking to develop autonomy, strategic awareness, and self-regulation in their...

This book offers a deeply personal and honest account of grief, one that tackles the complexities of loss with unflinching candour. Sasha Bates shares her own experience of widowhood at 49, alongside...

This study guide offers a lively critical account of Othello and practical ideas on how to engage with and write about this popular play. Laurie Maguire provides an exploration of Shakespeare's...

The Language of Lenormand: A Practical Guide for Everyday Divination by Erika Robinson is a comprehensive guide to this increasingly popular divination system. Written by a master and teacher, it...

The Language Hoax: Why the World Looks the Same in Any Language by John H. McWhorter. Linguist John McWhorter challenges the idea that language shapes our perception of the world, arguing instead...

The Impact of Self-concept on Language Learning by Kata Csizér and Michael Magid explores how learners' self-perceptions influence their language acquisition. This edited volume brings together...

Language of War, Language of Peace: Palestine, Israel and the Search for JusticeRaja Shehadeh explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in his thought-provoking exploration of language and politics...

Student Engagement in the Language Classroom by Phil Hiver, Ali H. Al-Hoorie and Sarah Mercer is a comprehensive exploration of learner engagement in language learning. This book examines various...

Testing the Untestable in Language Education by Amos Paran and Lies Sercu is a valuable contribution to the field of language education. This book explores four key areas within language learning:...

This anthology presents a comprehensive collection of Italian poetry, spanning seven centuries and featuring 34 examples of verse in the original language with English translations on facing pages...

Learn the basics of Yoruba in just over an hour with this concise introduction to the language. Kasahorow's Modern Yoruba covers simple grammar, including pronouns, nouns and verb usage, using a...

The Bantu Languages Handbook provides an in-depth exploration of the complex linguistic landscape of Africa. First published in 1953, this comprehensive work is based on extensive field notes and...

The Routledge Handbook of Chinese Second Language Acquisition is a comprehensive reference work that brings together leading experts in the field to explore various aspects of Chinese language...

Discover the depth and richness of the German poetic tradition with this comprehensive anthology. Spanning over 700 years, the book takes you on a journey through the main trends in German poetry,...

Wordsearch Spanish is a fun and interactive way to expand your vocabulary in Spanish. This collection of wordsearch puzzles covers various subjects such as food, getting around, and the weather,...

Language Diversity and World Englishes by Dan Clayton and Rob Drummond is an introduction to the variation of English spoken in different parts of the world. This book explores how language varies...

This collection brings together 37 poems by Spain's greatest poets, from the 12th-century Cantar de Mio Cid to the 20th century. Full Spanish texts are accompanied by expert literal English...

Language and Power: A Resource Book for Students is an accessible introduction to the study of language and power. This comprehensive resource covers the social, cultural, and political aspects of...

Formative and design experiments offer a unique approach to educational research. This practical guide provides an overview of this emerging methodology, addressing key questions such as how to...

Reimagining Dialogue on Identity, Language and Power by Ching-Ching Lin and Clara Vaz Bauler is a thought-provoking exploration of how dialogue can be used as a tool for knowledge-sharing and...

This overview of technology in language learning provides an introduction to computer-assisted language learning (CALL) for novice and experienced teachers alike. The module explores the most widely...

This open-access book explores the complexities of assessing second language pronunciation in various contexts. It brings together insights from linguistics, psycholinguistics, and sociolinguistics...

Through the Language Glass: Why the World Looks Different in Other Languages The origins of language have long been a topic of debate. Recent years have seen linguists argue that all languages are...

Through the Language Glass by Guy Deutscher Guy Deutscher explores the fascinating relationship between language and our perception of the world. He argues that our mother tongue plays a significant...

The Old Norse Reader is a comprehensive guide to the Viking language, providing an immersive experience for learners. This book includes a wide range of readings from Old Norse myths and legends,...

Twelfth Night: Language and Writing by Frances E. Dolan explores the complexities of Shakespeare's play through its language, themes, and characters. Dolan examines the ways in which Twelfth Night...

Supporting speech and language development in young children is a dynamic process that requires motivation, responsiveness, and meaningful interactions. This accessible resource provides practical...

This comprehensive guide to Turkish language and grammar is designed for English speakers looking to understand the intricacies of this fascinating language. By exploring the basics and beyond,...

New Perspectives on Transfer in Second Language Learning by Liming Yu and Terence Odlin explores how our existing language knowledge can both aid and hinder our understanding of new languages. This...

Salience in Second Language Acquisition brings together leading researchers to explore what makes linguistic features salient. This comprehensive volume covers the existing literature and current...

Understanding individual differences in second language learning is crucial for those involved in teaching and researching this field. This comprehensive account reviews existing research into...

The Language of Adult Immigrants: Agency in the Making by Elizabeth R. Miller explores how immigrant small business owners co-construct their theories of agency in relation to language learning and...

This book explores how similarities between languages can aid foreign language learning. It examines two types of relationships: simplified one-to-one connections and assumed similarities.The author...

Theorizing and Analyzing Language Teacher Agency explores the complex dynamics of teacher agency in language teaching contexts. This collection of essays examines various theoretical perspectives,...

Translanguaging in EFL Contexts: A Call for ChangeThis book explores the value of translanguaging in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching contexts, with a focus on South Korean elementary...

Angus Watson's comprehensive Gaelic dictionary provides an essential reference for users at all levels. Condensed from his extensive Gaelic-English English-Gaelic Dictionary, this volume offers a...

A Course in English Language Teaching by Penny Ur is a comprehensive guide to teaching English from both theoretical and practical perspectives. This third edition has been extensively revised to...

This third edition of Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching offers an extensive revision of the popular text, providing a comprehensive survey of major approaches and methods in language...

This book offers a deeply personal and honest account of grief, as its author, Sasha Bates, navigates the complexities of losing her husband and best friend. With both the raw emotion of her own...

A comprehensive introduction to the linguistics of Auslan, this book explores the structure and use of Australian Sign Language. It covers key aspects such as grammar, phonology, morphology, lexicon,...

Discovering Language: The Structure of Modern English provides students with the fundamental knowledge needed for advanced study. Organized thematically, it can be used as a course text or to support...

This comprehensive introduction to languages explores their structure and distribution across the world, tracing their evolution over 200,000 years. By combining linguistic analysis with...

Evaluating Language Assessments provides a thorough examination of the theoretical foundations and research methods for evaluating language assessments. This comprehensive overview explores the...

Initial Language Teacher Education provides an introduction to research on how language teachers learn to teach before they begin practicing. This book is designed for language teacher researchers...

The Multilingual Reality: Living with Languages by Ajit K. Mohanty explores the complex dynamics of multilingualism and its impact on individuals and communities. This multidisciplinary analysis...

This comprehensive Workbook for Beginners makes learning the Korean language simple and accessible. With practical information and easy, step-by-step guides, you'll be able to read, write, and speak...

Practice your English language skills with this flexible and fully updated resource, designed to support students aiming for the 0500, 0524 and 0990 syllabuses. The book features a range of engaging...

Get a hands-on tour of seven programming languages in just seven weeks. This book takes you on a journey through Clojure, Haskell, Io, Prolog, Scala, Erlang, and Ruby, showing how to learn each one...

Immerse yourself in the rich poetic tradition of France. This collection brings together works by some of the country's most renowned poets, including Villon, Ronsard, Voltaire, Lamartine, Hugo,...

The Language of Literature provides a comprehensive introduction to the methods and principles behind stylistics, making it an ideal resource for advanced students and beyond. By focusing closely on...

King Lear: Language and Writing explores the elemental power of Shakespeare's play through its language, which is both simple and relentless. This guide delves into the play's status as a tragedy,...