Book Details
Format
Kindle
Pages
289
Language
English
Published
Jan 10, 2010
Publisher
Multilingual Matters Limited
ISBN-10
1280828420
ISBN-13
9781280828423
Description
This book examines the evidence relative to the idea that there is an age factor in first and second language acquisition, evidence that has sources ranging from studies of feral children to evaluations of language programmes in primary schools. It goes on to explore the various explanations that have been advanced to account for such evidence. Finally, it looks at the educational ramifications of the age question, with particular regard to formal second language teaching in the early school years and in 'third age' contexts.
Genres
Children’s