Sociocultural Theory and the Genesis of Second Language Development

Sociocultural Theory and the Genesis of Second Language Development
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Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages : 422
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015073665039
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Book Synopsis Sociocultural Theory and the Genesis of Second Language Development by : James Lantolf

Download or read book Sociocultural Theory and the Genesis of Second Language Development written by James Lantolf and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2006-03-02 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Integrates theory, research, and practice on the learning of second and foreign languages as informed by sociocultural and activity theory. It familiarizes students, teachers, and other researchers who do not work within the theory with its principal claims and constructs in particular as they relate to second language research. The book also describes and illustrates the use of activity theory to support practical and conceptual innovations in second language education.


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