The Study of Language | 5 Edition

Details about The Study of Language:

The fifth edition of George Yule's bestselling, user-friendly introduction to the study of language is brought to life as an enhanced ebook with interactive questioning, glossary terms and integrated audio. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, Yule presents information in bite-sized sections, clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics - from how children learn language to why men and women speak differently, through all the key elements of language. To increase student engagement and to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills, the ebook features interactive study questions and tasks at the end of each chapter. Chapters on the sound and pattern of language are enriched with integrated audio, allowing students to hear how words and sounds are pronounced and key terms within the text can be tapped to reveal definitions, encouraging lively and proactive learning. This is the most fundamental, engaging and easy-to-use introduction to the study of language.