Understanding Language Structure, Interaction, and Variation, Second Edition: An Introduction to Applied Linguistics and Sociolinguistics for Nonspecialists
Understanding Language Structure, Interaction, and Variation, Second Edition, provides an introduction to the study of language and applied linguistics for students who have had a minimum of exposure to the discipline of linguistics. Using clear, easy-to-understand explanations and examples, this text avoids the in-depth theoretical coverage found in texts written for those who specialize in linguistics or SLA. As a result, this book is perfect for students whose chosen fields require them to...
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The perfect introduction to linguistics for nonmajors and for all teachers. A fascinating read for anyone interested in how language works
1Introduction to linguistics12The building blocks of language133How do we mean things?604Sociolinguistics805Language variation956Language and social groups1107Pidgins and Creoles1228African-American vernacular English1329Language policy14810Language and gender16411Literacy17412First language acquisition19413Second language acquisition21714Language and literature23415Linguistics in the professions25216The nature of language27417Historical linguistics28918Pedagogical grammar32319English grammar342
