Learning vocabulary in another language /I.S.P. Nation.

Nation, I. S. P.

Learning vocabulary in another language /I.S.P. Nation. - second edition. - Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, (c)2013. - xiv, 624 pages ; 24 cm. - The Cambridge applied linguistics series .

Includes Index.

The goals of vocabulary learning -- Knowing a word -- Teaching and explaining vocabulary -- Vocabulary and listening and speaking -- Vocabulary and reading and writing -- Specialised uses of vocabulary -- Vocabulary-learning strategies -- Learning words from context -- Word parts -- Using dictionaries -- Deliberate learning from word cards -- Finding and learning multiword units -- Testing vocabulary knowledge and use -- Designing the vocabulary component of a language course.

"An updated edition of the key reference work in the area of second and foreign language vocabulary studies. This book provides a detailed survey of research and theory on the teaching and learning of vocabulary with the aim of providing pedagogical suggestions for both teachers and learners. It contains descriptions of numerous vocabulary learning strategies which are justified and supported by reference to experimental research, case studies, and teaching experience. It also describes what vocabulary learners need to know to be effective language users. This title shows that by taking a systematic approach to vocabulary learning, teachers can make the best use of class time and help learners get the best return for their learning effort"--



9781107623026

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Vocabulary--Study and teaching.
Language and languages--Study and teaching.

--Nation, I. S. P. Learning Vocabulary in Another Language. Cambridge UP, 2013.--9781107623026

P53 / .L437 2013