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Learning a Foreign Language: Understanding the Fundamentals of Linguistics by Alex Poole 9781475854176

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This text helps monolinguals achieve their dream of learning another language. Each chapter explains and exemplifies issues inherent in the language learning process that readers need to understand. These include maintaining motivation, dealing with errors, being strategic, and assessing progress. Readers receive advice on the practical steps they can take to make learning more effective and enjoyable. They also gain exposure to the methods and techniques used to research language learning. While doing so, they become aware of child language development, the evolution of language, language's relationship to culture, and other fundamental areas of linguistics. Readers also confront limitations related to age and learn about the necessity of having realistic expectations concerning pronunciation, grammar production, word usage, and cultural knowledge. Questions following the end of every chapter encourage readers to reflect on the information presented and how they can use it. The text's focus on first-time language learners and straightforward style make it accessible for high school students, college language majors, and those independently pursuing a language.



About the Author
Alex Poole, PhD, is an applied linguist and professor of English at Western Kentucky University. His research interests include Spanish-English bilingualism, grammar instruction, and reading strategies. He regularly publishes his work in academic journals and presents at national and international conferences. He teaches courses on language acquisition, the history of English, language pedagogy, grammar, and composition.


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ISBN 9781475854176
Author Alex Poole
Format Hardback
Page Count 146
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 417g
Dimensions(mm) 242mm * 161mm * 16mm

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