Author Description

This book is written specifically for those learning to teach who want to know more about language learning and use in educational contexts and, especially, those who care about the social implications of language in education. The chapters are full of examples of language use in educational contexts to help readers understand language in action. The examples not only highlight key points, they also provide opportunities for readers to deepen their understanding by experiencing analysis of language. Each chapter closes with a discussion of relevance to educational settings and questions which can be used for in-class discussion or personal reflection.