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Individual Differences in Language Ability and Language Behavior

Author : Charles J Fillmore
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 1483263207
Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (832 download)

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Download or read book Individual Differences in Language Ability and Language Behavior written by Charles J Fillmore and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2014-05-10 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Individual Differences in Language Ability and Language Behavior is a collection of papers that discusses differences at the center of the study of language, specifically, on the various dimensions of linguistic ability and behavior along which individuals can differ from each other. Papers also review the development of techniques that measure these dimensions in relation to biological, psychological, and cultural parameters. Some papers review individual differences in language study in terms of different perspectives: that of a psychometrician's, of an individualistic's vantage point, and of a psycholinguistic's. Other papers discuss how each individual accesses, uses, and judges his language through fluency, biases, spatial principles, or a linguistic-phonetic mode. Several papers examine individual differences in language acquisition, such as "profile analysis," strategies in acquisition of sounds, second language learning, and duplication of adult language system. A group of papers addresses the biological aspects of language variation. These biological aspects include selective disorders of syntax (agrammatism), selective disorders of lexical retrieval (anomia), and cerebral lateralization effects in language processing. Certain papers explain individual differences in languages using sociolinguistic analysis. The collection is well suited for linguists, ethnologists, psychologists, and researchers whose works involve linguistics, learning, communications, and syntax.

INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES IN LANGUAGE ABILITY AND LANGUAGE BEHAVIOR. EDITED BY CHARLES J. FILLMORE, DANIEL KEMPLER. WILLIAM S-Y. WANG.

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ISBN 13 : 9780122559501
Total Pages : 346 pages
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Individual Differences in Language Development

Author : Cecilia M. Shore
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1452255326
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (522 download)

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Download or read book Individual Differences in Language Development written by Cecilia M. Shore and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 1994-11-30 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do all children learn language in the same way? Is the apparent "fast" vs. "slow" language learning rate among children a reflection of the individual child′s approach to language acquisition? This volume explores the importance that individual differences have in acquiring language and challenges some of the widely held theories of linguistic development. Focusing on children ages one to three, the author describes characteristic differences in terms of vocabulary, grammatical, and phonological development, and considers whether distinctive "styles" of language development can be defined. In addition, the social and cognitive influences that can explain these differences are examined. The book concludes with a look at new language theories such as ecological, chaos, and connectionist approaches and considers what individual differences in development can tell us about the mechanisms of language development. Individual Differences in Language Development is invaluable for professionals and researchers in developmental psychology, family studies, education, psychology, and communication. "Cecilia M. Shore puts forward an alternative theory on differences in language development and offers an important message on the significance of context in children′s early language acquisition. The principal theme has significant implications for further research as well as practical implications for teacher trainers, teachers and parents." --Durante′s "Cecilia M. Shore writes in a warm and engaging style. . . . It serves her purpose well: to put across complex ideas in a clear and unforgettable form. . . . The content is right on target. Shore covers all the relevant issues in this complex area, and her review is right up to date." --Elizabeth Bates, Professor of Psychology and Professor of Cognitive Science, University of California, San Diego

Understanding Individual Differences in Language Development Across the School Years

Author : J. Bruce Tomblin
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 131775218X
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (177 download)

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Book Synopsis Understanding Individual Differences in Language Development Across the School Years by : J. Bruce Tomblin

Download or read book Understanding Individual Differences in Language Development Across the School Years written by J. Bruce Tomblin and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2014-03-26 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents the findings of a large-scale study of individual differences in spoken (and heard) language development during the school years. The goal of the study was to investigate the degree to which language abilities at school entry were stable over time and influential in the child’s overall success in important aspects of development. The methodology was a longitudinal study of over 600 children in the US Midwest during a 10-year period. The language skills of these children -- along with reading, academic, and psychosocial outcomes -- were measured. There was intentional oversampling of children with poor language ability without being associated with other developmental or sensory disorders. Furthermore, these children could be sub-grouped based on their nonverbal abilities, such that one group represents children with specific language impairment (SLI), and the other group with nonspecific language impairment (NLI) represents poor language along with depressed nonverbal abilities. Throughout the book, the authors consider whether these distinctions are supported by evidence obtained in this study and which aspects of development are impacted by poor language ability. Data are provided that allow conclusions to be made regarding the level of risk associated with different degrees of poor language and whether this risk should be viewed as lying on a continuum. The volume will appeal to researchers and professionals with an interest in children’s language development, particularly those working with children who have a range of language impairments. This includes Speech and Language Pathologists; Child Neuropsychologists; Clinical Psychologists working in Education, as well as Psycholinguists and Developmental Psychologists.

The Psychology of the Language Learner

Author : Zoltán Dörnyei
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135704783
Total Pages : 283 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (357 download)

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Download or read book The Psychology of the Language Learner written by Zoltán Dörnyei and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research results over the past decades have consistently demonstrated that a key reason why many second language learners fail--while some learners do better with less effort--lies in various learner attributes such as personality traits, motivation, or language aptitude. In psychology, these attributes have traditionally been called "individual differences." The scope of individual learner differences is broad--ranging from creativity to learner styles and anxiety--yet there is no current, comprehensive, and unified volume that provides an overview of the considerable amount of research conducted on various language learner differences, until now. Each chapter in this new volume focuses on a different individual difference variable. Besides a review of the relevant second language literature, Zoltán Dörnyei presents a concise overview of the psychological research involving each topic. A key concern for the author has been to define the various learner factors as measurable constructs and therefore the discussion includes a summary of the most famous tests and questionnaires in each domain. A wide range of readers will benefit from this book--students in linguistics, applied linguistics, modern languages, and psychology programs; second language teachers participating in in-service training courses; and researchers in second language acquisition and psychology.

Individual Differences in Second Language Learning

Author : Peter Skehan
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317856546
Total Pages : 170 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (178 download)

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Download or read book Individual Differences in Second Language Learning written by Peter Skehan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding the way in which learners differ from one another is of fundamental concern to those involved in second-language acquisition, either as researchers or teachers. This account is the first to review at book length the important research into differences, considering matters such as aptitude, motivation, learner strategies, personality and interaction between learner characteristics and types of instruction.

Individual Differences and Instructed Language Learning

Author : Peter Robinson
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9027297517
Total Pages : 399 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (272 download)

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Download or read book Individual Differences and Instructed Language Learning written by Peter Robinson and published by John Benjamins Publishing. This book was released on 2002-09-27 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Second language learners differ in how successfully they adapt to, and profit from, instruction. This book aims to show that adaptation to L2 instruction, and subsequent L2 learning, is a result of the interaction between learner characteristics and learning contexts. Describing and explaining these interactions is fundamentally important to theories of instructed SLA, and for effective L2 pedagogy. This collection is the first to explore this important issue in contemporary task-based, immersion, and communicative pedagogic settings. In the first section, leading experts in individual differences research describe recent advances in theories of intelligence, L2 aptitude, motivation, anxiety and emotion, and the relationship of native language abilities to L2 learning. In the second section, these theoretical insights are applied to empirical studies of individual differences-treatment interactions in classroom learning, experimental studies of the effects of focus on form and incidental learning, and studies of naturalistic versus instructed SLA.

Individual Differences & Universals in Language Learning Aptitude

Author : Karl Conrad Diller
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Individual Differences & Universals in Language Learning Aptitude written by Karl Conrad Diller and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Psychology of the Language Learner

Author : Zoltán Dörnyei
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135704775
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (357 download)

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Download or read book The Psychology of the Language Learner written by Zoltán Dörnyei and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research results over the past decades have consistently demonstrated that a key reason why many second language learners fail--while some learners do better with less effort--lies in various learner attributes such as personality traits, motivation, or language aptitude. In psychology, these attributes have traditionally been called "individual differences." The scope of individual learner differences is broad--ranging from creativity to learner styles and anxiety--yet there is no current, comprehensive, and unified volume that provides an overview of the considerable amount of research conducted on various language learner differences, until now. Each chapter in this new volume focuses on a different individual difference variable. Besides a review of the relevant second language literature, Zoltán Dörnyei presents a concise overview of the psychological research involving each topic. A key concern for the author has been to define the various learner factors as measurable constructs and therefore the discussion includes a summary of the most famous tests and questionnaires in each domain. A wide range of readers will benefit from this book--students in linguistics, applied linguistics, modern languages, and psychology programs; second language teachers participating in in-service training courses; and researchers in second language acquisition and psychology.

Individual Differences in Language Development

Author : Cecilia M. Shore
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 0803948808
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (39 download)

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Download or read book Individual Differences in Language Development written by Cecilia M. Shore and published by SAGE. This book was released on 1995 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PLEASE UPDATE SAGE UK AND SAGE INDIA ADDRESSES ON IMPRINT PAGE.

The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Individual Differences

Author : Shaofeng Li
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000548406
Total Pages : 546 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (5 download)

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Book Synopsis The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Individual Differences by : Shaofeng Li

Download or read book The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Individual Differences written by Shaofeng Li and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-05-31 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Individual Differences provides a thorough, in-depth discussion of the theory, research, and pedagogy pertaining to the role individual difference (ID) factors play in second language acquisition (SLA). It goes beyond the traditional repertoire and includes 32 chapters covering a full spectrum of topics on learners’ cognitive, conative, affective, and demographic/sociocultural variation. The volume examines IDs from two perspectives: one is how each ID variable is associated with learning behaviors, processes, and outcomes; the other is how each domain of SLA, such as vocabulary or reading, is affected by clusters of ID variables. The volume also includes a section on the common methods used in ID research, including data elicitation instruments such as surveys, interviews, and psychometric testing, as well as methods of data analysis such as structural equation modeling. The book is a must-read for any second language researcher or applied linguist interested in investigating the effects of IDs on language learning, and for any educator interested in taking account of learners’ individual differences to maximize the effects of second language instruction.

Linguistic Fieldwork

Author : Paul Newman
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521669375
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (693 download)

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Download or read book Linguistic Fieldwork written by Paul Newman and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2001-06-21 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Topics include the linguist's attitude, the work session and the roles of native speakers.

New Perspectives on Individual Differences in Language Learning and Teaching

Author : Mirosław Pawlak
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642208495
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (422 download)

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Book Synopsis New Perspectives on Individual Differences in Language Learning and Teaching by : Mirosław Pawlak

Download or read book New Perspectives on Individual Differences in Language Learning and Teaching written by Mirosław Pawlak and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-04-07 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The volume constitutes an attempt to capture the intricate relationship between individual learner differences and other variables which are of interest to theorists, researchers and practitioners representing such diverse branches of applied linguistics as psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, pragmatics or language teaching methodology. It brings together contributions by Polish and international authors, including leading experts in the field, touching upon changing perspectives on individual variation, cognitive, affective and social variables, learning deficits as well as their impact on learning and teaching. It offers a multifaceted perspective on these problems and shows how theory and research can be translated into classroom practice.

The Development of Language, Tenth Edition

Author : Jean Berko Gleason
Publisher : Plural Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1635504287
Total Pages : 465 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (355 download)

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Download or read book The Development of Language, Tenth Edition written by Jean Berko Gleason and published by Plural Publishing. This book was released on 2022-12-20 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NOW PUBLISHED BY PLURAL! This classic text now in its tenth edition and now available from Plural Publishing, The Development of Language continues its focus on language acquisition in an unbiased, authoritative, and comprehensive way. Written by leading experts known for their research in the areas they discuss, this book has a multidisciplinary approach, and demonstrates the relevance of typical language development to speech-language pathologists, educators, clinicians, and those in other professions. Topics include the roots of language learning in infancy, phonology, syntax/grammar, word learning, bilingualism, pragmatics, literacy, atypical language development, and more. This book provides the reader with an authoritative text that includes important and useful concepts and research findings. Emphasis is placed on language development in children who are learning languages other than, or in addition to, English, as well as children with risk factors for language delay or disorder. The text leads the reader through every stage of development—the early months before children begin to speak, the preschool and school years, and adolescence as children achieve mastery of adult-like language skills. Key Features Chapter pedagogy includes learning objectives, visual aids, video links, summaries, and suggested projects to extend students’ understanding and application of text concepts Key terms are highlighted in the text with definitions provided in a Glossary Clear and concise writing by authors who are known for their research in the subject area and their ability to explain complex topics to a broad audience A multilingual and multicultural focus on acquisition in languages other than English, on non-mainstream varieties of English and on children learning two or more languages simultaneously (bilingualism), as well as children with developmental communication disorders New to the Tenth Edition * Restructure of chapters to streamline information * Greater in-depth coverage of concepts that are frequently more difficult for students to master * Updated references to new research and the current literature * References are now at the end of each chapter * New and updated figures and photos * Coverage of the latest technological advances in basic research and clinical practice in child language Disclaimer: Please note that ancillary content (such as documents, audio, and video, etc.) may not be included as published in the original print version of this book.

Communicative Competence Approaches to Language Proficiency Assessment

Author : Charlene Rivera
Publisher : Multilingual Matters
ISBN 13 : 9780905028217
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (282 download)

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Second Language Acquisition and Linguistic Variation

Author : Robert Bayley
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9027241163
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (272 download)

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Book Synopsis Second Language Acquisition and Linguistic Variation by : Robert Bayley

Download or read book Second Language Acquisition and Linguistic Variation written by Robert Bayley and published by John Benjamins Publishing. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume corrects the relative neglect in Second Language Acquisition studies of the quantitative study of language variation and provides insights into such issues as language transfer, acquisition through exposure, language universals, learner's age and so forth. These studies bolster the idea that a full account of SLA development (and, hence, a theory of SLA) must be built on not only detailed accounts of interlanguage data but also on a wide appeal to factors which govern the psycholinguistic bases of SLA. An important addition to the volume is a comprehensive guide to both the DOS and Macintosh versions of the VARBRUL statistical program used by variationists.

Perspectives on Individual Differences Affecting Therapeutic Change in Communication Disorders

Author : Amy L. Weiss
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 1136950141
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (369 download)

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Book Synopsis Perspectives on Individual Differences Affecting Therapeutic Change in Communication Disorders by : Amy L. Weiss

Download or read book Perspectives on Individual Differences Affecting Therapeutic Change in Communication Disorders written by Amy L. Weiss and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume examines the ramifications of individual differences in therapy outcomes for a wide variety of communication disorders. In an era where evidence-based practice is the clinical profession's watchword, each chapter attacks this highly relevant issue from a somewhat different perspective. In some areas of communication disorders, considering the variance brought by the client into the therapeutic 'mix' has a healthy history, whereas in others the notion of how individual client profiles mesh with therapy outcomes has rarely been considered. Through the use of research results, case study descriptions and speculation, the contributors have creatively woven what we know and what we have yet to substantiate into an interesting collection of summaries useful for therapy programming and designing clinical research.