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This comprehensive volume from Routledge explores six distinctive alternative approaches to second language acquisition that move beyond the cognitive-focused methods dominating the field. The book presents sociocultural, complexity theory, conversation-analytic, identity, language socialization, and sociocognitive frameworks, each examined through a consistent analytical structure to enable direct comparison across all approaches. Leading experts contribute chapters on their respective fields, including James Lantolf on sociocultural approaches and Diane Larsen-Freeman on complexity theory, providing authoritative insights into contemporary language acquisition research. The structured format makes this reference essential for linguistics students, researchers, and educators seeking to understand how alternative theoretical perspectives can complement and challenge traditional cognitive frameworks in second language learning and instruction.

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Six alternative approaches to second language acquisition presented by the book, contrasting with conventional cognitive-focused methodologies.

Each approach examined through identical analytical headings, allowing direct comparison across all six frameworks and methodologies.

Chapters authored by leading advocates including James Lantolf and Diane Larsen-Freeman, ensuring expert coverage of each approach.

Covers sociocultural, complexity theory, conversation-analytic, identity, language socialization, and sociocognitive perspectives on acquisition.

Routledge publication providing authoritative reference material for linguistics researchers, postgraduate students, and language acquisition scholars.

Structured format enables readers to understand how alternative approaches complement and challenge mainstream cognitive theory in language learning.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: paperback
ASIN: 0415549256
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference > Words, Language & Grammar
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 February 2011
Listed Since: 21 December 2009

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