LAP Lambert Academic Publishing Identity Construction and Language Attitudes towards English in Spain: Including an empirical study on mono- and bilingual adult learners of English

Language learning is much more than learning how to communicate in a foreign language: it encompasses identity re-construction and profound changes. During this process, learners' attitudes towards the language and its speakers may hamper or foster their successful learning. Due to the increasing importance of considering a learner holistically as a person and a language user, this study aims at delving into those socio-psychological factors that have a bearing on an individual's identity construction. It includes an empirical study on mono- and bilingual adult learners. About the Author Born in Italy and living in Spain, Marco Pellegrinelli has devoted his life to languages and linguistics. During his experience as a language teacher to adults, he has been particularly aware of the impact of psychological factors on adults' SLA, which inspired the current study, conducted at UvA under the supervision of Prof. Margreet Dorleijn.