Introduction: Vocabulary Learning and Teaching in a Second Language

Introduction: Vocabulary Learning and Teaching in a Second Language

Focuses on the importance of vocabulary knowledge as fundamental to proficiency in a second language (L2). The article notes that each of the studies in this issue examines L2 vocabulary learning from a particular angle, including lexical progress, learning strategies, context effect, the role of le...

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Veröffentlicht in:Canadian modern language review 1996-10, Vol.53 (1), p.3-12
1. Verfasser: Harley, Birgit
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Age
Applied linguistics
Canada
China
Context Effect
Elementary Secondary Education
English
English (Second Language)
Foreign Countries
French
Higher Education
Language
Language Proficiency
Language teaching
Languages
Learning Strategies
Linguistics
Rating Scales
Reading Ability
Second Language Instruction
Second Language Learning
Study & teaching
Teaching Methods
Vocabulary Development
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Zusammenfassung:Focuses on the importance of vocabulary knowledge as fundamental to proficiency in a second language (L2). The article notes that each of the studies in this issue examines L2 vocabulary learning from a particular angle, including lexical progress, learning strategies, context effect, the role of learner factors such as age and first language background, and the merits of different instructional practices. (30 references) (CK)
ISSN:0008-4506
1710-1131
DOI:10.3138/cmlr.53.1.3