A clear and practical introduction to second language acquisition, written for students encountering the topic for the first time.

How do people learn nonnative languages? Is there one part or function of our brains solely dedicated to language processing, or do we apply our general informa

Understanding the way in which learners differ from one another is of fundamental concern to those involved in second-language acquisition, either as researcher

This volume brings together empirical research that explores interaction in a wide range of educational settings. It includes work that takes a cognitive, brain