Studies and Global Perspectives of Second Language Teaching and Learning

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John W. Schwieter
IAP, Mar 1, 2013 - Language Arts & Disciplines - 357 pages
This book explores theories and pedagogies in the L2 classroom that have led to an understanding of how non-native languages are taught and learned. Featuring a diverse set of perspectives from researchers and language educators from around the globe, this book highlights important theoretical and practical underpinnings of the L2 classroom—discussions on what has worked and why. Some examples of these topics include: online and nonverbal communication, peace literacy, learning behaviors, high-impact practices, pragmatic awareness, study abroad, implicit and explicit teaching, motivation, and more. One mission of this book is to appreciate a diverse array of L2 teaching practices with sound theoretical underpinnings and universal implications for L2 classrooms. The chapter contributions are the result of an open call for studies that highlight practical innovative approaches in L2 teaching and learning and expand the avenues of exploration available within their theoretical frameworks. More specifically, the call for proposals sought to gather a diverse set of perspectives from researchers and language educators from various parts of the world in order to provide practical and thought-provoking insight on innovative approaches to L2 teaching. As such, the studies in this book all share a common goal that demonstrates the applicability of L2 teaching practices across languages, cultures, and regions. The book is intended to act as a valuable reference for language educators, practitioners, specialists, and anyone studying or wishing to gain an overview of successful teaching practices and learning nuances in the L2 classroom that cross all languages, cultures, and regions.
 

Contents

Current Innovative Ideas in ExplicitImplicit Teaching and Learning of L2 Grammar
1
Nonverbal Communication
27
Integrating Peace Education Literacy in L2 Teaching and Learning
47
Learning Behaviors
69
Digital Stories in L2 Classes
91
Methodological Ingenuity for L2 Listening
113
Spanish Heritage Language Learners as Bilingual Education Teachers
141
Immersion Learning
165
Teaching ESL Phrasal Verbs Through a Cognitive Linguistic Lens
223
Increasing Pragmatic Awareness in the L2 Classroom
243
Learning Language and Culture Through Intercultural Online Exchange
267
Motivation
289
Computer Assisted Language Learning in the New Frontier
313
Future Directions in L2 Teaching and Learning
329
About the Editor
337
About the Contributors
339

Enhancing Vocabulary Learning in Kenyas ESL Classrooms
187

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