Understanding language structure interaction and variation an introduction to applied linguistics and sociolinguistics for nonspecialists 2nd Edition by Steven Brown, Salvatore Attardo ISBN 0472030388 9780472030385

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ISBN 10: 0472030388 
ISBN 13: 9780472030385
Author: Steven Brown, Salvatore Attardo

Understanding Language Structure, Interaction, and Variation, Second Edition, provides an introduction to the study of language and applied linguistics for students who have had a minimum of exposure to the discipline of linguistics. Using clear, easy-to-understand explanations and examples, this text avoids the in-depth theoretical coverage found in texts written for those who specialize in linguistics or SLA. As a result, this book is perfect for students whose chosen fields require them to be acquainted with the ways language works, such as future teachers, psychologists, sociologists, and anthropologists, but who do not intend to become linguists. The text is also suitable for English or ESL/EFL teachers who need a reference volume about various aspects of language, particularly as it applies to teaching. Each chapter includes educational implications of each topic, plus research projects and further readings. The text also appeals to those obtaining additional certification for public school teaching.

Understanding language structure interaction and variation an introduction to applied linguistics and sociolinguistics for nonspecialists 2nd Table of contents:

• Part 1: The Structure of Language (Introduction to Linguistics)

  • Introduction to Linguistics
    • (Likely covers the basics of what language is, different areas of linguistic study, and the scope of applied linguistics and sociolinguistics.)
  • The Building Blocks of Language
    • Phonetics and Phonology: Sounds of language, how they are produced, and sound systems.
    • Morphology: Words and their parts (morphemes), how words are formed.
    • Syntax: How sentences are put together, grammar, sentence structure.
    • Semantics: The meaning of words and sentences.
  • How Do We Mean Things? (Pragmatics)
    • Beyond literal meaning, context, speech acts, conversation.

• Part 2: Language in Society (Sociolinguistics and Variation)

  • Sociolinguistics: What Do We Say? How Do We Say Things? Whom Do We Speak To?
    • Language and social interaction, forms of address, politeness.
    • Language contact, bilingualism, diglossia, language planning, code-switching.
  • Language Variation
    • Dialects, accents, the notion of Standard English.
    • Regional and social variations in language.
  • Language and Social Groups
    • Social class dialects (e.g., Labov’s studies).
    • Social networks, age, register, jargon, slang.
  • Pidgins and Creoles
    • The development and characteristics of pidgin and creole languages.
  • African-American Vernacular English (AAVE)
    • Its linguistic features and sociolinguistic significance.
  • Language Policy
    • Government and societal approaches to language, language rights.
  • Language and Gender
    • How language is used by and towards different genders, linguistic differences.

• Part 3: Language Acquisition and Application

  • Literacy
    • The nature of reading and writing, literacy development.
  • First Language Acquisition
    • How children learn their native language.
  • Second Language Acquisition
    • Theories and processes of learning additional languages.
  • Language and Literature
    • The linguistic analysis of literary texts.
  • Linguistics in the Professions
    • Applications of linguistics in various fields (e.g., law, medicine, communication).

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