Longman Dictionary of Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics, Third Edition

Jack Richards; Richard Schmidt; Heidi Kendricks; Youngkyu Kim

ISBN 10: 058243825X / ISBN 13: 9780582438255

Published by Longman, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Longman Dictionary of Language Teaching and ...

Publisher: Longman

Publication Date: 2003

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: As New

Edition: 3rd Edition

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Synopsis:

This Dictionary is an essential tool for students of applied linguistics, language teaching, TEFL, and introductory courses in general linguistics and explains those difficult theoretical terms which students may encounter accross these fields.

From the Back Cover:

This best-selling dictionary is now in its 4th edition.  Specifically written for students of language teaching and applied linguistics, it has become an indispensible resource for those engaged in courses in TEFL, TESOL, applied linguistics and introductory courses in general linguistics.    Fully revised, this new edition includes over 350 new entries.  Previous definitions have been revised or replaced in order to make this the most up-to-date and comprehensive dictionary available.   Providing straightforward and accessible explanations of difficult terms and ideas in applied linguistics, this dictionary offers:

• Nearly 3000 detailed entries, from subject areas such as teaching methodology, curriculum development, sociolinguistics, syntax and phonetics. 
• Clear and accurate definitions which assume no prior knowledge of the subject matter
• helpful diagrams and tables
• cross references throughout, linking related subject areas for ease of reference, and helping to broaden students' knowledge

  The Dictionary of Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics is the definitive resource for students.