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The Routledge Handbook of Sociocultural Theory and Second Language Development by James P. Lantolf (Editor); Matthew E. Poehner (Editor); Merrill Swain (Editor)
ISBN: 9781315624747
Publication Date: 2018
The Routledge Handbook of Sociocultural Theory and Second Language Development is the first comprehensive overview of the field of sociocultural second language acquisition (SLA). In 35 chapters, each written by an expert in the area, this book offers perspectives on both the theoretical and practical sides of the field.
Cognitive Linguistics and Sociocultural Theory by Kyoko Masuda (Editor); Carlee Arnett (Editor); Angela Labarca (Editor)
ISBN: 9781614514442
Publication Date: 2015
By integrating cognitive linguistics and sociocultural theories, this groundbreaking book presents empirical studies on selected grammatical and semantic aspects that are challenging for second/foreign language learners. Through in-depth studies exploring eight different languages, this book offers insights generated through the synergy between cognitive linguistics and sociocultural theories that can be readily incorporated into teaching.
Sociocultural Theory and the Pedagogical Imperative in L2 Education by James P. Lantolf; Matthew E. Poehner
ISBN: 9781136703027
Publication Date: 2014
Explicating clearly and concisely the full implication of a praxis-oriented language pedagogy, this book argues for an approach to language teaching grounded in a significant scientific theory of human learning--a stance that rejects the consumer approach to theory and the dichotomy between theory and practice that dominates SLA and language teaching. This approach is based on Vygotsky's sociocultural theory, according to which the two activities are inherently connected so that each is necessarily rooted in the other.
Language teacher cognition : a sociocultural perspective by Li, Li
ISBN: 9781137511348
Publication Date: 2020
This book explores the topic of teacher cognition, making use of sociocultural theory as a framework to understand what teachers know, think, believe and do in their professional contexts through applied conversation analysis. The author examines what teaching and learning mean to teachers by analyzing the interactional work they do with their students, considering when and why teachers make interactive decisions as well as how they utilize new technological tools to address their pedagogical objectives. After discussing how teachers construct identities and display emotions in the classroom, she presents suggestions for language teacher education and development, pedagogy improvement and teacher knowledge.
Vygotsky and Pedagogy by Harry Daniels
ISBN: 0203469577
Publication Date: 2002
The theories of Vygotsky are central to any serious discussion of children's learning processes. Vygotsky argues that children do not develop in isolation, rather learning takes place when the child is interacting with their social environment. It is the responsibility of the teacher to establish an interactive instructional situation in the classroom, where the child is an active learner and the teacher uses their knowledge to guide learning. This has many implications for those in the educational field.

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Vygotsky's developmental theory : an introduction
This program introduces the life, vocabulary and concepts of Lev Vygotsky. The video illustrates four basic concepts integral to his work: Children construct knowledge, learning can lead development, development cannot be separated from its social context, and language plays a central role in cognitive development. (Run time 27 min)

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Advanced Language Learning by Heidi Byrnes (Editor)
ISBN: 9780826490711
Publication Date: 2007-01-24
The editor and authors in this volume make a convincing case for focusing on advanced foreign language instruction. Importantly, they invite consideration of this focus as an opportunity to re-examine conventional definitions of the target of instruction. In so doing, readers also learn more about the theories highlighted in this volume, and their capacity to enhance our understanding of advancedness and its development within an educational context.
Sociocultural Contexts of Language and Literacy by Bertha Perez (Editor); Teresa L. McCarty (Editor); Mar¡a E. Torres-Guzman (Editor); To Thi Dien (Editor); Lucille J. Watahomigie (Editor)
ISBN: 9780805843415
Publication Date: 2004
Sociocultural Contexts of Language and Literacy, Second Edition engages prospective and in-service teachers in learning about linguistically and culturally diverse students, and in using this knowledge to enrich literacy learning in classrooms and communities.

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