Diese Reihe bietet eine umfassende Ressource für fortgeschrittene Studien der englischen angewandten Linguistik und Sprache, die sich sowohl an Studierende als auch an Forschende richtet. Jedes Buch baut systematisch das Verständnis durch grundlegende Konzepte, praktische Anwendung und kontextualisierte einflussreiche Artikel auf. Sie fördert die aktive Beteiligung der Leser, unterstützt die Entwicklung unabhängiger Reaktionen und ein tieferes Verständnis der Disziplin durch wiederholte und dekonstruierte Themen.
Focusing on the field of applied linguistics, this resource offers insights from experienced educators and researchers. It delves into the principles of pragmatics, exploring how context influences meaning in communication. The book serves as a vital tool for students and researchers, enhancing their understanding of language use in various social interactions. Its comprehensive approach makes it suitable for both academic study and practical application in understanding everyday communication.
Introduces students to key issues and themes that include bilingual development and education; and the integration of social and cognitive perspectives. This work uses tasks and examples to equip the reader with the necessary skills and insights to assess and interpret research drawn from bilingual populations.
Focusing on key areas of Second Language Acquisition, this book explores multilingualism, the impact of teaching, and the cognitive processes involved in managing multiple languages. It also examines patterns of language development and decline, providing valuable insights into how individuals learn and use languages throughout their lives.
'Intercultural Communication' introduces the key theories of intercultural communication and explores ways in which people communicate within and across social groups.
Literacy is the second volume of the Encyclopedia of Language and Education, the first attempt to overview an area which has emerged as a coherent and exciting field of study in the last two decades. While forming part of a series of ten volumes, Literacy also stands on its own, drawing on some state-of-the-art reviews of current concerns in the study of literacy prepared by leading writers and researchers. The book is organised in three main sections: Literacies and Social Theory, Literacies and Social Institutions and Living Literacies – Social and Cultural Experience. The approach is multidisciplinary, drawing on insights from fields as diverse as anthropology and computer science, sociolinguistics and psychology. The international flavour of the volume is reflected not only in the choice of contributors from nine different countries but also in the emphasis throughout on the impact of globalization on our understanding of literacy.
Exploring the intricate relationship between language and gender, this book delves into how linguistic practices shape and reflect societal norms and identities. It examines the influence of gender on language use, including speech patterns, vocabulary, and communication styles, while also addressing issues of power, inequality, and representation. Through various theoretical frameworks and real-world examples, the text provides insights into the ways language can both reinforce and challenge gender stereotypes, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars in linguistics, gender studies, and social sciences.
This book "introduces the major theories, approaches and controversies in the field. [It] gathers together influential readings from key names in the discipline, including: John Swales, Alastair Pennycook, Greg Myers, Brian Street and Ann Johns. [It] provides numerous exercises as practical study tools that encourage in students a critical approach to the subject. Written by an experienced teacher and researcher in the field, 'English for academic purposes' is an essential resource for students and researchers of applied linguisitics." - back cover.
Translation introduces the theory and practice of translation from a variety of linguistic and cultural angles. Written by experienced teachers, translators and researchers in the field, Translation remains an essential resource for students and researchers of Translation Studies and Applied Linguistics.
'Research Methods for Applied Language Studies' provides an advanced introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods used in second and foreign language learning, teaching, and assessment.
An Advanced Resource Book
Routledge Applied Linguistics is a series of comprehensive textbooks, providing students and researchers with the support they need for advanced study in the core areas of English language and Applied Linguistics. Each book in the series guides readers through three main sections, enabling them to explore and develop major themes within the discipline. Throughout the book, topics are revisited, extended, interwoven and deconstructed, with the reader’s understanding strengthened by tasks and follow-up questions. Corpus-Based Language Studies : The accompanying website to this book can be found at
