Introducing Language in Use : A Coursebook

Griffths, Patrick, Merrison, Andrew John, Bloomer, Aileen

ISBN 10: 0415291798 / ISBN 13: 9780415291798

Published by Taylor & Francis Group, 2005

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Synopsis:

Drawing on a vast range of data and examples of language in its many forms, this book provides students with the tools they need to analyze real language in diverse contexts. Designed to be highly adaptable for course use, the authors suggest a range of different routes through the book.

Introducing Language in Use:

• covers all the core areas and topics of language study: language, semiotics and communication, grammar, phonetics, words, semantics, variety in language, history of English, World Englishes and multilingualism
• adopts a 'how to' approach, encouraging students to apply their knowledge as they learn it
• draws on examples of language from around the world in forms ranging from conversation to advertising and text messaging, always giving precedence to real language in use
• includes activities throughout the text with commentaries, summaries, suggestions for further reading and an extensive glossary of terms
• features a final unit which provides students with extensive practice in analyzing language in use
• is supported by a companion website, offering extra resources for students and lecturers.

This is an essential coursebook for all introductory courses in English language,  communication and linguistics.

The accompanying website can be found at www.routledge.co.uk/textbooks/0415291798.

About the Author:

Aileen Bloomer teaches at York St John College, UK. Previously she has worked in Sweden, Germany, Vietnam and China.

Patrick Griffiths teaches at Beppu University, Japan. He has previously worked at the University of the South Pacific, York University, UK, and York St John College, UK.

Andrew John Merrison teaches at York St John College, UK. Previously he has worked at the universities of Durham, Edinburgh, York and Queen Margaret College, Edinburgh.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Introducing Language in Use : A Coursebook
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication Date: 2005
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Edition: 1st Edition.