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9781049801292: Language Learning Later in Life
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ISBN 10: 1049801296 ISBN 13: 9781049801292
Editorial: University of Toronto Press, 2026

Sinopsis

Language Learning Later in Life explores how acquiring a new language can promote healthy aging. Authored by leading experts in applied linguistics, education, and aging studies, this comprehensive volume investigates the profound cognitive and psychosocial benefits of language learning for older adults, set against the urgent realities of a rapidly aging global population.

Through a blend of empirical research, qualitative analyses, and compelling case studies, the book reveals how language learning can stimulate memory, enhance cognitive function, and foster motivation and resilience. It also delves into the social rewards of language acquisition, from increased participation and intercultural engagement to combating loneliness and reducing isolation. Addressing critical challenges such as neurodegenerative diseases and depression, Language Learning Later in Life champions proactive strategies for healthy aging, offering practical guidance on effective teaching methodologies and illuminating the unique learning journeys of older adults.

A vital resource for researchers, educators, and policymakers, this book demonstrates how lifelong language learning can enrich lives and promote well-being among an aging society.

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Acerca de los autores

Jodi Emma Wainwright is a research fellow at the University of Bedfordshire and a visiting research fellow at the Open University.

Ursula Stickler is a professor of online language teaching at the Open University.

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Editorial
University of Toronto Press
Año de publicación
2026
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
1049801296
ISBN 13 
9781049801292
Encuadernación
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Número de páginas
280
Editor
Wainwright Jodi Emma, Stickler Ursula
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