Corpus Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition: Perspectives, Issues, and Findings

✍ Scribed by Xiaofei Lu

• Publisher: Routledge
• Year: 2022
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 173
• Series: Cognitive Science and Second Language Acquisition Series
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

In Corpus Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition, Xiaofei Lu comprehensively reviews empirical studies that employ corpus linguistic methods to investigate issues in second language variation, processing, production, and development. These methods enable advanced students and researchers to

Examine learner and task variables that condition variation in second language use
Understand the effects of various input factors on second language processing and production
Track group longitudinal trajectories of second language development and the input, learner, and task factors that affect such trajectories
Profile inter- and intra-learner variability and individual variation in second language longitudinal development
This book will serve as an excellent resource for students and researchers with interests in corpus linguistics and second language acquisition.

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Endorsement Page
Half Title
Series Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Table of Contents
List of Tables
Series Editor’s Preface
Preface
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Corpus Linguistics Meets Second Language Acquisition
1.2 Overview of the Book
References
Chapter 2 Variation in Second Language Use
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Measuring Variation in Second Language Use
2.3 Learner-Related Variables and Variation in Second Language Use
2.4 Task-Related Variables and Variation in Second Language Use
2.5 Summary
References
Chapter 3 Factors Influencing Second Language Processing and Production
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Usage-Based Approaches to Second Language Acquisition
3.3 Frequency and Contingency
3.4 Other Factors
3.5 Summary
References
Chapter 4 Second Language Development Trajectories and Influential Factors
4.1 Introduction
4.2 L2 Development of Complexity, Accuracy, and Fluency
4.3 L2 Development of Lexical Knowledge
4.4 L2 Phraseological Development
4.5 L2 Development of Grammatical and Morphosyntactic Constructions
4.6 L2 Development of Stance
4.7 Summary
References
Chapter 5 Variability and Variation in Second Language Development
5.1 Introduction
5.2 A Complex Dynamic Systems Approach to Second Language Acquisition
5.3 Inter- and Intra-Learner Variability in Second Language Development
5.4 Individual Variation in L2 Development
5.5 Summary
References
Chapter 6 Conclusion
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Summary of the Book
6.3 Reflections and Future Research Direction
References
Index