Alison Mackey Boeken

It's no secret that parents want their children to have the lifelong cultural and intellectual advantages that come from being bilingual. Parents spend millions of dollars every year on classes, computer programs, and toys, all of which promise to help children learn a second language. But many of their best efforts (and investments) end in disappointment.In The Bilingual Edge, professors and parents King and Mackey wade through the hype and provide clear insights into what actually works. No matter what your language background is—whether you never passed Spanish in high school or you speak Mandarin fluently—King and Mackey will help you:select the language that will give your child the most benefitsfind materials and programs that will assist your child in achieving fluencyidentify and use your family's unique traits to maximize learningFancy private schools and expensive materials aren't needed. Instead, The Bilingual Edge translates the latest research into interactive strategies and quick tips that even the busiest parents can use.

Core issues in second language acquisition (SLA) are thoroughly explored through a clear and comprehensive overview. Authored by leading scholars, the book provides valuable insights into key topics and debates in L2 research. It is enriched with numerous examples from actual studies and extensive pedagogical resources, making it an essential resource for students seeking to understand the methodologies and design behind L2 research.

Focusing on the advancement of L2 pragmatics, this book outlines innovative methods and contemporary techniques applicable to second language contexts. The authors emphasize the necessity for research in L2 pragmatics to broaden its scope, integrating diverse approaches such as Conversation Analysis and Corpus Linguistics to enhance understanding and application in the field.

Focusing on the innovative use of stimulated recalls, this guide serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers and students in second language acquisition and applied linguistics. It offers a step-by-step exploration of various studies, detailing the historical context and effectiveness of stimulated recalls as a data collection method. The updated edition emphasizes recent research and features a pedagogically rich design, equipping readers with practical skills to enhance their own research methodologies.

Designed for language teachers of all levels and languages who seek to inform their classroom practices with current research findings on second language acquisition, this user-friendly book can be used in education courses, professional development training, and workshops.