Overview

In the context of increasingly multilingual global educational settings, this book provides a timely exploration of the phenomenon of cross-linguistic transfer of writing strategies (in particular, transfer from the foreign language to the first language) and presents a compelling case for a multilingual approach to writing pedagogy. The book presents evidence from a classroom-based intervention study conducted in a secondary school in England on cross-linguistic strategy transfer. It suggests that even beginner or low proficiency foreign language learners can develop effective skills and strategies in the foreign language classroom which can also positively influence writing in other languages, including their first language. This book ultimately encourages more joined-up, cross-curricular, cross-linguistic thinking related to language in schools by exploring the potential for collaboration between languages teachers.

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Author:   Karen Forbes
Publisher:   Multilingual Matters
Imprint:   Multilingual Matters
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.468kg
ISBN:  

9781788929745

ISBN 10:   1788929748
Pages:   208
Publication Date:   19 October 2020
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Chapter 1. Introduction Chapter 2. The Position of First Language and Foreign Language Learning in Schools Chapter 3. An Overview of Strategy Research and the Role of LLSI Chapter 4. Considerations for Researching the Effects of a Cross-Linguistic Intervention of LLSI Chapter 5. Teaching for Transfer: Developing a Cross-Linguistic Approach to LLSI Chapter 6. An In-depth Exploration of Patterns of Strategy Development in FL and L1 Writing Chapter 7. Exploring the Cross-Linguistic Transfer of Strategies Chapter 8. Negotiating LLSI: Individual Trajectories Chapter 9. The Role of Learners’ Individual Differences Chapter 10. Reflecting Back and Looking Forward: Implications and Conclusions Appendix A: Student Questionnaire  Appendix B: Writing Strategy Task Sheet References  Subject Index  Author Index

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This is an important book which provides much-needed empirical insight into the connections between foreign language and first language teaching and learning in schools. In the context of the modern multilingual profile of school populations, the need for joined-up thinking on cross-linguistic transfer has never been more pressing. * Michael Evans, University of Cambridge, UK * The benefits and value of FL learning in schools becomes increasingly important in this time of prevailing nationalism in many parts of the world. Forbes should be lauded for this timely addition that offers insights into the phenomenon of cross-linguistic transfer of writing strategies and the potential contribution of FL teaching to the development of students' writing skills. * Lawrence Jun Zhang, University of Auckland, New Zealand *

Author Information

Karen Forbes is a Senior Lecturer in Second Language Education in the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, UK. She previously taught modern languages in a secondary school in England and has also taught English as a foreign language in Spain and China. Her current research interests include the development and cross-linguistic transfer of language learning strategies, and the influence of multilingual identity on foreign language learning.

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