Handbook of Foreign Language Communication and Learning

by Karlfried Knapp

Book Overview

This volume focuses on how far the policies, principles and practices of foreign language teaching and learning are, or can be, informed by theoretical considerations and empirical findings from the linguistic disciplines. Part I deals with the nature of foreign language learning in general, while Part II explores issues arising from linguistic, socio-political, cultural and cognitive perspectives. Part III and IV then consider the different factors...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3110188333
• ISBN13: 9783110188332
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
• Length: 751 Pages
• Weight: 2.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"