Aline Ferreira: Understanding Multilingualism, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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"...an impressive volume...and a very welcome resource for teachers, researchers, policymakers, and the wider community."
-JOSEPH LO BIANCO, Professor Emeritus of Language and Literacy, University of Melbourne, Australia
"...a crucial resource for researchers investigating the impact of multiple languages on individuals and societies. The breadth of topics covered is remarkable...and the detailed discussion of diverse methodologies in multilingual studies is especially valuable, offering readers insights into the intricate research processes underlying the field's advancements."
-MARIA POLINSKY, Professor of Linguistics, University of Maryland, College Park, USA
"...a comprehensive yet highly accessible introduction to an increasingly complex phenomenon in our contemporary world...the carefully crafted template for the chapters ensures the reader's attention is captivated and stimulated. The volume is a must read for understanding multilingualism in the 21st century."
-ELIZABETH LANZA, Professor Emerita of Linguistics, University of Oslo, Norway
Understanding Multilingualism is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the methodological, cognitive, neurological, and sociological aspects of multilingualism. Broad in scope, this valuable textbook addresses an array of topics in language acquisition studies, including the cognitive and linguistic implications of multilingualism, the relationship between multilingualism and changing socio-political conditions, the impact of social media and new technologies, and how theoretical models can explain the processes involved in multilingualism.
Full of discussion questions, case studies, exercises, and suggested readings to support student comprehension, and engagement, Understanding Multilingualism is an excellent primary textbook for multilingualism and bilingualism courses and a valuable supplement for students in various disciplines including applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, second language acquisition, and foreign language education.