Children's Additional Language Learning in Instructional Settings: Implications for Teaching and Future Research: 11 (Early Language Learning in School Contexts) - Hardcover

Butler, Yuko Goto

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1800413785 ISBN 13: 9781800413788

Publisher: Multilingual Matters, 2025

Synopsis

This book provides the first comprehensive overview of young children’s language learning in pre-primary and primary education. It collates research to date on language development and pedagogy among children learning a language in addition to their home language(s) in instructional settings, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the topic and directions for further study. The book promotes a learner-centered approach to research and teaching and encourages critical reflection on how best to conduct research among children. It recognizes the substantial diversity of young language learning experiences and pays attention to individual differences and variability in children’s language development, embracing an ecological perspective sensitive to contextual factors. Closing the gap between research and practice, each chapter opens with pedagogical or policy-related questions, explores relevant theories and research findings from instructed second language acquisition, and offers discussion questions and recommended reading for further reflection and study. This will be invaluable reading for all those who are undertaking research and working with young language learners.

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About the Author

Yuko Goto Butler is a Professor of Educational Linguistics and Director of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Program in the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. Her research focuses on young language learners, language assessment and technology in language teaching.

Edition details

• Publisher: Multilingual Matters
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1800413785
• ISBN 13: 9781800413788
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 358