Studying Processability Theory

An Introductory Textbook

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Manfred Pienemann | University of Paderborn & Newcastle University

Jörg-U. Keßler | Ludwigsburg University of Education

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Processability Theory (PT) as developed by Manfred Pienemann is a prominent theory of second language acquisition. PT serves as a framework for a wide range of research covering issues, including L2 processing, interlanguage variation, typological effects on SLA, L1 transfer, pidgins and creoles, linguistic profiling, stabilisation/fossilisation and teachability. This textbook provides a reader-friendly introduction to PT. It is designed for students with a basic knowledge of (applied) linguistics. The components of PT are set out in four parts. The first part focuses on observed facts, in particular on paths of L2 development and learner variation. The second part gives an overview of the theoretical basis of PT. Part three details the application of PT to contexts other than ESL (i.e. Japanese, creoles and bilingual acquisition), and the fourth part focuses on practical applications. Each chapter contains exercises (including data analysis and interpretation) which may be used for individual study or in class. The textbook can be used as a concise introduction to PT. However, it may also serve as a point of reference for particular PT-related topics. The individual chapters were written by specialists in each of the research areas.

[Processability Approaches to Language Acquisition Research & Teaching, 1] 2011. xi, 179 pp.

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https://doi.org/10.1075/palart.1

Table of Contents

Contributors | p. vii

Abbreviations | p. viii

Preface | pp. ix–x

Acknowledgements | pp. xi–xii

Part I. The facts

Developmental schedules

Manfred Pienemann | pp. 1–11

Learner variation

Manfred Pienemann | pp. 12–24

Part II. The theory

The psycholinguistic basis of PT

Manfred Pienemann | pp. 25–48

Explaining developmental schedules

Manfred Pienemann | pp. 49–62

Explaining learner variation

Mathias Liebner and Manfred Pienemann | pp. 63–73

L1 transfer

Manfred Pienemann | pp. 74–82

Research methodology: How do we know about developmental schedules?

Jörg-U. Keßler and Manfred Pienemann | pp. 83–96

Part III. Applying PT to other contexts

Japanese as a second language: A test case for the typological plausibility of PT

Satomi Kawaguchi | pp. 97–105

Pidgins and creoles

Ingo Plag | pp. 106–120

Bilingual first language acquisition

Yuki Itani-Adams | pp. 121–130

Part IV. Practical applications

Diagnosing L2 development: Rapid Profile

Jörg-U. Keßler and Mathias Liebner | pp. 131–147

Teaching

Jörg-U. Keßler, Mathias Liebner and Fethi Mansouri | pp. 148–155

References | pp. 156–166

Appendices | pp. 167–174

Name index | pp. 175–176

Subject index | pp. 177–180

“I would recommend this book to anyone studying or researching Applied Linguistics, especially SLA, including future teachers. It offers an incredibly comprehensive overview of research into PT and its applications, is well-structured and easy to read despite its enormous theoretical breadth. Understanding the complex processes that govern second language acquisition in the light of PT is as important for language teachers as being fluent in the language that they teach.”

Professor Angela Hahn, Applied English Linguistics, Ludwig-Maximillian University, Munich

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Subjects

Linguistics

Theoretical linguistics

Psycholinguistics

Language acquisition

Main BIC Subject

CFD: Psycholinguistics

Main BISAC Subject

LAN009000: LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Linguistics / General

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