An Introduction to Second Language Acquisition Research by Diane Larsen-Freeman & Michael H. Long

An Introduction to Second Language Acquisition Research by Diane Larsen-Freeman and Michael H. Long is a foundational survey of how people learn a second language, and of the research that has tried to understand that process.

The book introduces the major theories, questions and findings of the field, from the roles of age, instruction and environment to the ways learners develop over time. Written as a clear entry point for students and teachers, it explains how research is done as well as what it has found, making it a standard introduction to the subject.

Key themes readers will explore:

• How second languages are learned: the central questions
• The major theories of language acquisition
• The roles of age, instruction, input and interaction
• How learner language develops over time
• How research in the field is designed and interpreted

Who should read this book: Students and teachers of language, linguistics and education, and readers interested in how languages are learned.

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