
BOOKS - Third Language Learners: Pragmatic Production and Awareness

Third Language Learners: Pragmatic Production and Awareness
Author: Dr. Maria Pilar Safont Jorda
Year: April 12, 2005
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 476 KB
Language: English

Year: April 12, 2005
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 476 KB
Language: English

Third Language Learners Pragmatic Production and Awareness In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, the ability to adapt and evolve is crucial for survival. This holds especially true when it comes to learning new languages and understanding the impact of technology on our lives. In their groundbreaking book, "Third Language Learners Pragmatic Production and Awareness authors [Author Names] delve into the often-overlooked aspect of foreign language acquisition: the effect of bilingualism on the oral production of English language learners. By exploring two distinct research areas - third language acquisition and interlanguage pragmatics - they provide a comprehensive understanding of how bilingualism influences the development of a third language. The book begins by offering a theoretical description of the research conducted in these areas, providing a solid foundation for the reader to understand the complexities of language acquisition and the role of bilingualism. The authors then present an empirical study that sheds light on the real-world implications of bilingualism in a multilingual speech community. Through this innovative approach, they demonstrate the significance of considering both research areas to gain a deeper appreciation of the relationship between language acquisition and technological advancements. The first part of the book focuses on the theoretical aspects of third language acquisition and interlanguage pragmatics. Here, the authors discuss the need to study and understand the process of technology evolution, as it has a profound impact on modern knowledge development. They emphasize the importance of developing a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process, highlighting its potential to unify people in a warring state.
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