Sociocultural Theory in Second Language Education


Authors: Merrill Swain, Penny Kinnear, Linda Steinman

Categories: Education

Publisher: Multilingual Matters

Published Date: 2015

Language: en

Description: This textbook introduces the reader to concepts of sociocultural theory, through a series of narratives illuminating key concepts of the theory. This 2nd edition references recent studies that provide important instances of Vygotskian sociocultural theory in second language education and research, as well as questions for collaborative discussion.