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OverviewApplied Linguistics in the Real World introduces readers to situations in which applied linguistics can be and is used. Presenting a panoramic view of the interdisciplinary area of applied linguistics and highlighting the diverse range of twenty-first century occupations that have linguistics at their center, this book: Describes, discusses, and furthers the idea that linguistic knowledge is useful everywhere—from forensic investigations to diplomatic talks; from disability studies to creative writing; and from translation studies to machine learning; Breaks new ground, expanding beyond well-established areas of applied-linguistic interest in its inclusion of disability studies, peace studies and the new literature; Provides readers with original research questions and practical applications for them to expand their own research portfolios. Written in an accessible, direct style, Applied Linguistics in the Real World will be essential reading for all students of applied linguistics and is an important addition to the library of anyone who feels passionate and inspired by language matters. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Patricia FriedrichPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.408kg ISBN: 9781138630321ISBN 10: 1138630322 Pages: 184 Publication Date: 19 February 2019 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education , Undergraduate Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents"Acknowledgements Preface Chapter 1 – Understanding Applied Linguistics Chapter 2 – Revisiting Education, Language Acquisition, and Second Language Teaching Chapter 3 – Applying Linguistics to Disability Studies Chapter 4 – Profiling World Englishes and Languages of Wider Communication Chapter 5 – Planning Language Chapter 6 – Building Bridges and Constructing Meaning in Translation Studies Chapter 7 – Combining Corpus Linguistics and Computational Linguistics Chapter 8 – Investigating Through Forensic Linguistics Chapter 9 – Working on Peace, Diplomacy, and Negotiation Chapter 10 – Connecting Applied Linguistics and the New Literature Chapter 11 – Teaching Linguistics to Speech-Language Scientists and Therapists Chapter 12 - Applied Linguistics, World Englishes, and the ""multi"" in the Study of Writing End Notes Index"ReviewsAuthor InformationPatricia Friedrich is a Professor of Rhetoric and Composition/Linguistics at Arizona State University, USA, where she also serves as Associate Dean at the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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