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Sociocultural Theory in Second Language Education: An Introduction through Narratives
Merrill Swain
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Description for Sociocultural Theory in Second Language Education: An Introduction through Narratives
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In this accessible introduction to Vygotskian sociocultural theory, narratives illuminate key concepts of the theory. These key concepts include mediation; Zone of Proximal Development; collaborative dialogue and private speech; everyday and scientific concepts; the interrelatedness of cognition and emotion; activity theory; and assessment. A final chapter provides readers with an opportunity to consider two additional narratives and apply the SCT concepts that they have become familiar with. We hear from learners, teachers and researchers in a variety of languages, contexts, ages and proficiencies. Intended for graduate and undergraduate audiences, this new edition of the textbook includes controversies in the field, ... Read more
In this accessible introduction to Vygotskian sociocultural theory, narratives illuminate key concepts of the theory. These key concepts include mediation; Zone of Proximal Development; collaborative dialogue and private speech; everyday and scientific concepts; the interrelatedness of cognition and emotion; activity theory; and assessment. A final chapter provides readers with an opportunity to consider two additional narratives and apply the SCT concepts that they have become familiar with. We hear from learners, teachers and researchers in a variety of languages, contexts, ages and proficiencies. Intended for graduate and undergraduate audiences, this new edition of the textbook includes controversies in the field, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Channel View Publications Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Series
MM Textbooks
Condition
New
Weight
348g
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Bristol, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781783093168
SKU
V9781783093168
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About Merrill Swain
The authors, each from a different background, share a passion for sociocultural theory. Each author brings stories, data and experiences from her area of expertise: second language pedagogy and teacher development (Linda); classroom teaching with second language and bilingual students across a range of contexts (Penny); and teaching and research in bilingual education and second language learning and testing (Merrill). ... Read more
Reviews for Sociocultural Theory in Second Language Education: An Introduction through Narratives
In the monograph co-authored by Merrill Swain, Penny Kinnear and Linda Steinman the key principles that lie at the heart of Vygotsky's sociocultural theory (SCT) come to life thanks to the narrative approach they adopt in search of vivid illustrations and real-life experiences of SCT concepts.
Sara Laviosa, Italy
Translation and Translaguaging in Multilingual Contexts 1:2 (2015) 233-235 ... Read more
Sara Laviosa, Italy
Translation and Translaguaging in Multilingual Contexts 1:2 (2015) 233-235 ... Read more