Language and Learning - Softcover

Emmitt, Marie; Pollock, John; Komesaroff, Linda

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195516222 ISBN 13: 9780195516227

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2003

Synopsis

This revised and updated edition of Language and Learning provides a practical and readable explanation of how language can be understood. It draws on established theories and current understandings about language and literacy to introduce the reader to the key concepts in the field. This new edition includes an explanation of multiple literacies, critical literacy, and the resources students bring to the task of becoming literate. It features activities, discussion questions, key concepts, and extensive references for further reading.

About this title

About the Author

Marie Emmitt is a Professor and Dean of Education of the Australian Catholic University. Linda Komesaroff is a Senior Lecturer at Deakin University. John Pollock is Retired Head of Department of Industry at RMIT.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195516222
• ISBN 13: 9780195516227
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 256