Third Language Learners

Through this study, Jorda (English studies, Universitat Jaume I, Castello, Spain) attempts to create a bridge between two applied linguistics subfields—interlanguage pragmatics and third language acquisition studies. Following discussion of the theoretical issues—third language acquisition, pragmatic competence and foreign language learning, the sociolinguistic aspects of language learning and use in the Valencian community—the author presents findings from a study of 160 female students at Universitat Jaume I conducted in 2000, analyzing the role of pragmatic instruction on pragmatic competence, the effects of proficiency level and task on pragmatic production, and the role of bilingualism in pragmatic awareness. No subject index. Distributed in the U.S. by UTP Distribution. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR