Solving Language Problems: From General to Applied Linguistics (Exeter Linguistic Studies, 20, Band 20)

University of Exeter Press

ISBN 10: 0859894843 / ISBN 13: 9780859894845

Published by University of Exeter Press, 1996

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Solving Language Problems: From General to Applied Linguistics (Exeter Linguistic Studies, 20, Band 20)
• Publisher: University of Exeter Press
• Publication Date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0859894843
• ISBN 13: 9780859894845
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

The combination of a clearly written survey of the key areas in linguistics, together with analysis of recent problem-based developments in the field, make this book the ideal introduction to applied linguistic studies.  There is also a detailed bibliography and a terminological index.

Subjects covered:

- semantics
- grammar
- phonetics and phonology
- discourse
- psycholinguistics
- sociolinguistics
- language teaching and testing
- lexicography
- computers in applied linguistics

This book will be useful to undergraduates, and their professors, in the field of linguistics and applied linguistics.  It also provides a straightforward guide to the subject for postgraduates studying linguistics as part of courses in English and modern languages; psychology; lexicography; and computer science.

About the Author

R. R. K. Hartmann is Director of the MA/Diploma Course in Applied Linguistics and Reader in Applied Linguistics at the Department of Linguistics, University of Exeter. He is a co-author of a Dictionary of Language and Linguistics (1972), editor of several lexicographical books, founding Secretary and former President of EURALEX, as well as editorial adviser to all the major lexicographical periodicals and series in Europe.