Examining the overseas experience of language learners in diverse contexts through a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches, studies in this volume look at the acquisition of language use, socialization processes, learner motivation, identity and learning strategies. In this way, the v
Study Abroad, Second Language Acquisition and Interculturality
β Scribed by Martin Howard (editor)
- Publisher
- Multilingual Matters
- Year
- 2019
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 294
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
Brings together the very latest innovative research on study abroad and interculturality
This book unites studies on second language acquisition and interculturality in a study abroad context, providing timely perspectives on research in each area while also exploring the interface between them. Chapters highlight innovative themes such as social networks, input matters, learner identities and study abroad in lingua franca contexts.
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