Handbook of Research in Second Language Teaching and Learning

<p>This landmark volume provides a broad-based state-of-the-art overview of current knowledge and research into second language teaching and learning. Fifty-seven chapters are organized in eight thematic sections:<br><br>*social contexts of second language learning;<br>*research methodologies in second-language learning acquisition and teaching;<br>*contributions of applied linguistics to the teaching and learning of second language skills;<br>*second language processes and development;<br>*teaching methods and curricula;<br>*issues in second or foreign language testing and assessment;<br>*identity culture and critical pedagogy in second language teaching and learning; and<br>*important considerations in language planning and policies.<br><br>The <i>Handbook of Research in Second Language Teaching and Learning</i> is intended for researchers practitioners graduate students and faculty in teacher education and applied linguistics programs; teachers; teacher trainers; teacher trainees; curriculum and material developers; and all other professionals in the field of second language teaching and learning.</p>