New Trends and Methodologies in Applied English Language Research II: Studies in Language Variation, Meaning and Learning

 New Trends and Methodologies in Applied English Language Research II: Studies in Language Variation, Meaning, and Learning
 

Overview:

This volume stems from papers presented at the Second ELC International Postgraduate Conference on English Linguistics (ELC2), which took place at the University of Vigo in October 2009. The book showcases cutting-edge research in English linguistics, specifically the work of postgraduate students from the Universities of Vigo and Santiago de Compostela.

Key Areas of Focus:

1. Diachronic Change –

   • Analysis of lexical evolution, including the morphosemantic change in words like punk.
   • Historical evolution of the terms including and included.
   • Semantics of the expletive form adsheartlikins.
   • Nominalisation referring to actions or processes.

2. Variation Studies –

   • Diatopic variation in expressions of obligation and necessity in New Englishes (e.g., must vs. have to).
   • The discourse marker eh in Channel Island English.
   • Regional variability in vowel phonology in Scottish Standard English.

3. Semantics & Culture in L2 Learning –

   • Applications of Lexical Frequency Profile for Romanian learner English.
   • The role of cultural knowledge in learning English as an International Language.
   • The impact of L1 typicality in L2 vocabulary learning.

Ideal for:

Researchers and students interested in linguistic variation, historical linguistics, semantics, and second language learning. The chapters offer fresh insights into contemporary research methodologies and trends in applied English language studies.

 A valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the intersection of language variation, historical change, and meaning in modern English.