Phil Benson Bücher

Exploring the intersection of learner autonomy and language education, this book delves into the theoretical foundations and practical applications of fostering independent learning. It presents insights from research and case studies, highlighting strategies for educators to empower students in taking charge of their own learning processes. The authors emphasize the importance of autonomy in developing critical thinking and self-regulated learning skills, making it a valuable resource for teachers and researchers in the field of language education.

Challenging the notion of dictionaries as unbiased records, this work posits that the English dictionary is deeply ethnocentric. It explores how language reflects cultural biases and assumptions, revealing the subjective nature of dictionary definitions. The author invites readers to reconsider the role of dictionaries in shaping our understanding of language and culture, emphasizing the influence of societal values on linguistic representation.

Focusing on contemporary multimodal discourse, this book provides an in-depth analysis of YouTube's structures, processes, and content. It examines how communication unfolds on the platform, highlighting the unique aspects of digital interaction and the implications for understanding modern discourse. Through its exploration, the work sheds light on the evolving nature of media and communication in the digital age.

This book is the first in-depth examination of the application of theories of space to issues of second language learning. The author outlines a new conceptual framework for researching SLA that centres on the idea of 'language learning environments' and demonstrates that where people learn languages is equally as important as how they do so.