Language Socialization in Classrooms by Matthew J. Burdelski,... - 9781316638354

Cambridge University Press

Language Socialization in ClassroomsCulture, Interaction, and Language Development\nAuthor(s): Matthew J. Burdelski, Kathryn M. Howard\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom\nImprint: Cambridge University Press\nISBN-13: 9781316638354, 978-1316638354\nSynopsis\nClassrooms are dynamic spaces of teaching and learning, where language and culture are intertwined in remarkable ways. The theory of language socialization explores how sociocultural practices in classrooms help to shape language learning and development. This collection is the first of its kind to bring together research on this fascinating concept. It presents ten case studies, based on linguistic and ethnographic research conducted in classrooms located within communities in North America, Europe and India, spanning learners from preschool, to primary and secondary school, to university. Following an introduction that discusses the theory and core concepts of language socialization, the v.