Olejar Books

This is a thoroughly updated edition of this prize winning, readable introduction to the main theories of first and second language acquisition.
- Relates theories of first and second language acquisition
to classroom methodology and practice
- Discusses practical implications for the classroom, using activities and projects
New for this edition:
- Explores recent theories such as skill learning, connectionism, and the 'noticing hypothesis'
- Includes more on current theories of first language acquisition and early bilingualism, and factors affecting
learning such as motivation and learning styles
- Includes a greater variety of ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in a fully revised classroom learning section