Study Abroad and the Second Language Learner: Expectations, Experiences and Development - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1350200638 ISBN 13: 9781350200630

Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic, 2022

Synopsis

Situated at the interface between study abroad and second language acquisition research, this book adopts a threefold thematic focus to study abroad and the language learner, investigating learner beliefs about study abroad, learner experiences of study abroad in relation to a range of individual, cultural and social factors, and the nature of learner development while abroad at an intercultural, personal and linguistic level. Chapters present studies of learners in different geographical contexts, with different first and second language combinations. The studies draw on different methodologies, incorporating quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method approaches. Presenting findings with implications for learner preparation, expectations and support during study abroad, and highlighting developmental issues within second language acquisition, Study Abroad and the Second Language Learner will be of interest to all study abroad and second language acquisition researchers, as well as programme organisers, language instructors and other stake holders.

About this title

About the Author

Martin Howard is currently Associate Dean (Global) in the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences at University College Cork, Ireland.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1350200638
• ISBN 13: 9781350200630
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 274
• Editor: Howard Martin