Language Learning and Study Abroad

C. Kinginger

ISBN 10: 0230549241 / ISBN 13: 9780230549241

Published by SPRINGER NATURE Jul 2009, 2009

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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Study abroad is often seen as a crucial dimension of language learning - developing communicative proficiency, language awareness, and intercultural competence. The author provides an overview and assessment of research on language learning in study abroad settings, reviewing the advantages and constraints of perspectives adopted in this research. 248 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Language Learning and Study Abroad
• Publisher: SPRINGER NATURE Jul 2009
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0230549241
• ISBN 13: 9780230549241
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 216W x 140H x 20D millimeters 216 millimeters width by 140 millimeters height by 20 millimeters depth
• Weight: 440 grams

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Synopsis

Study abroad is often seen as a crucial dimension of language learning - developing communicative proficiency, language awareness, and intercultural competence. The author provides an overview and assessment of research on language learning in study abroad settings, reviewing the advantages and constraints of perspectives adopted in this research.

About the Author

Celeste Kinginger is Professor of Applied Linguistics at the Pennsylvania State University, USA, where she is involved in the education of language learners, teachers, and researchers. Her research includes projects on Internet-mediated intercultural language learning, second-language pragmatics, and study abroad.