Description
Introducing Second Language Acquisition provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the study of how additional languages are learned. The book examines the cognitive, linguistic, social, and cultural factors that influence second language acquisition, while presenting the major theories and research that have shaped the field. Through an accessible and balanced approach, it explores language learning in both natural and classroom settings, highlighting individual learner differences, instructional methods, and the relationship between theory and practice. Widely used as an introductory text, it is an excellent resource for students, educators, and researchers in applied linguistics, language education, and second language acquisition.
