Developing Interactional Competence in a Japanese Study Abroad Context

by Naoko Taguchi

Book Overview

In the process of second language acquisition, the ability to interact effectively is critical. But what does it mean to be interactively competent? This book addresses this question by presenting research on the development of interactional competence among learners of Japanese as a second language. Qualitative data collected on learners studying abroad in Japan is evaluated to explain changes in their interactional competence and provides specific...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1783093714
• ISBN13: 9781783093717
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Multilingual Matters Limited
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.1"