Originally published in 1980, Language in Tanzania presents a comprehensive overview of the Survey of Language Use and Language Teaching in Eastern Africa. Using extensive research carried out by an i
XAMonline makes seven unique CLEP subject guides. The CLEP Language Series is book 2 which features all three full length CLEP sample tests with detailed explanations for Spanish, French and German.Th
The first part of this book assesses how television presents viewers with information - contrasting the ‘official reality’ of news and current affairs programmes with the anarchic view of the world pu
Surprisingly little is known empirically about the use of literature in language education. Despite the popularity of literature, claims for its value rest more on speculation and assertion than on re
Surprisingly little is known empirically about the use of literature in language education. Despite the popularity of literature, claims for its value rest more on speculation and assertion than on re
This book focuses on the early acquisition of signed languages and the later development of reading by children who use signed languages. It represents the first collection of research papers focused
Second Language Learning Theories is a clear and concise overview of the field of second language acquisition (SLA) theories. Written by a team of leading academics working in different SLA specialism
Second Language Learning Theories is a clear and concise overview of the field of second language acquisition (SLA) theories. Written by a team of leading academics working in different SLA specialism
This book seeks to examine how Sufi thought might provide critical understanding of contemporary life and a pathway towards the recovery of a more meaningful existence. Rumi’s mystical teachings are o
"Written for students encountering the topic for the first time, this is a clear and practical introduction to second language acquisition (SLA). Using non-technical language it explains how a second
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The Victorian language of flowers was used to convey romantic expressions: honeysuckle for devotion, asters for patience, and red roses for love. But for Victoria Jones, it
Language is the basic means of communication in the classroom. It is therefore vital that teachers should know something about its acquisition, development, possible defects and the ways in which they
This best-selling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge in the subject, Yule presents information in short, bite-sized sect
Andersen (educational development, U. of Aarhus, Denmark) et al. compile six essays drawn from a conference held in Copenhagen in May of 2004, "Culture and Language Learning," organized under the Dani
This title brings together in one volume a comprehensive account and critical analysis of testing second language speaking. It contains a wealth of examples including task types that are commonly used
The Miami-Illinois Language reconstructs the language spoken by the Miami and the Illinois Native Americans. During the latter half of the seventeenth century both Native communities lived in the regi
A research fellow at King's College, London and her colleagues reflect global village realities in the "new times" wave of cultural studies. Through a case study of developing a university ethnography
Whether you’re exploring your Norwegian heritage, skiing in Lillehammer, or cruising the fjords, you’ll want instant access to the language and NORWEGIAN a language mapR is just the ticket! With this
Baghramian (philosophy, U. College, Dublin) compiles the seminal writings on the linguistic turn of philosophy that began at the beginning of the 20th century. They trace the developments and trends f
A hypnotic and thought-provoking novel inspired by the sensational Lord Lucan case, by the Orange Prize-shortlisted author of Fred & Edie.'In a class of its own . . . glimmeringly intelligent, vit
Written by a team of leading experts working in different SLA specialisms, this fourth edition is a clear and concise introduction to the main theories of second language acquisition (SLA) from multip
Written by a team of leading experts working in different SLA specialisms, this fourth edition is a clear and concise introduction to the main theories of second language acquisition (SLA) from multip
5 Language Visual Dictionary is now in paperback, fully updated to include more than 10,000 modern terms in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian.The only language dictionary of its kind, 5 La
In this book, Andrew Brindle analyzes a corpus of texts taken from a white supremacist web forum which refer to the subject of homosexuality, drawing conclusions about the discourses of extremism and
Over the past decades functionalism has gained more ground, and we now have a substantial body of literature from various perspectives making a positive impact on the field of linguistics. This collec
The Weekly Practice series for kindergarten to fifth grade provides 40 weeks of comprehensive language arts or math skill review with a variety of engaging activities. With an interesting layout and a
The Weekly Practice series for kindergarten to fifth grade provides 40 weeks of comprehensive language arts or math skill review with a variety of engaging activities. With an interesting layout and a
Master medical terminology with every turn of the page!Essentials of Medical Language, 2e, presents new medical terminology to students in manageable quantities via short lessons and a 2-page spread f
Proficiency in oral language has long been considered important by teachers for self-expression and for communicating ideas.Children who are learning to speak English catch on to the rules: first by g
What is meaning? How is linguistic communication possible? What is the nature of language? What is the relationship between language and the world? How do metaphors work? The Philosophy of Language, c
Founded over a decade ago, AB Concept has confirmed its position as one of Asia’s most ambitious, forward-thinking architectural and design firms. Honoured with an array of international awards, AB Co
The first monograph of the Moroccan artist whose work explores the idea of the death of the subject of consumption, bringing to light our doubts, fears, and desires. Mounir Fatmi’s videos, installati
What is meaning? How is linguistic communication possible? What is the nature of language? What is the relationship between language and the world? How do metaphors work? The Philosophy of Language, c
HumAnimal explores the experience of dehumanization as the privation of speech. Taking up the figure of silence as the space between human and animal, it traces the potential for an alternate politic
My Language, My Inspiration traces the journey between 1972 and 2008 to revitalise the Maori language. The books outline the determined struggle to bring the Maori language back from the brink, provid
How did English become a global language? What exactly is Standard English? What do slips of the tongue reveal about language?Studying the English Language answers these questions and many more. Or
From a fresh and exciting new voice in women's fiction, The Language of Secrets unflinchingly examines the lifelong repercussions of a father's betrayal. Justin Fisher has a successful career as the m
What is meaning? How is linguistic communication possible? What is the nature of language? What is the relationship between language and the world? How do metaphors work? The Philosophy of Language, c
Diana Abu-Jaber’s vibrant, humorous memoir weaves together stories of being raised by a food-obsessed Jordanian father with tales of Lake Ontario shish kabob cookouts and goat stew feasts under Bedoui
Ruth Millikan is well known for having developed a strikingly original way for philosophers to seek understanding of mind and language, which she sees as biological phenomena. She now draws together a
