The book presents a comprehensive overview of key topics and debates in English Language Studies, blending established knowledge with recent advancements. Renowned language specialists contribute their expertise, providing clear explanations that make complex issues accessible to readers. This guide serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of language studies.
English is learned in most parts of the world, both through use in the home and community, and as a major language of education. This title focuses on a child's acquisition of spoken and written English in monolingual and bilingual contexts. It also explores the nature of the curriculum in different parts of the world.
Sociolinguistics is a key branch of modern linguistics, focusing on the role of language in human societies. This second edition expertly synthesizes major approaches to the subject, covering multilingualism, code-choice, language variation, dialectology, interactional studies, gender, language contact, and the dynamics of power and inequality. It provides an integrated perspective by examining sociological theories of human interaction, emphasizing the significance of power and inequality. The book includes chapters on the applications of sociolinguistics in education and language policy, along with a concluding chapter on the sociolinguistics of sign language. New topics such as speaking style and stylisation are introduced, while ongoing debates in areas like creolisation, globalisation, language death, and gender are reflected. Authored by experienced teachers and scholars from four continents, this work serves as a comprehensive introduction to central sociolinguistic themes. Features include a solid foundation in sociolinguistics, exploration of themes like power and inequality, and the sociolinguistics of sign language and gender. It is well-illustrated with maps, diagrams, and drawings, written accessibly for beginners, and includes examples from multilingual settings. Basic concepts are explained, supported by a glossary, and further reading lists, a full bibliography, and a section on 'next steps' offer valuable gu
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