Second Language Learning and Language Teaching

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Vivian Cook (Newcastle University, UK), Dick Smakman

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Routledge
28 January 2026

Sociolinguistics; Language acquisition; Bilingualism & multilingualism; Language Teaching (non-ELT); Teaching of a specific subject

A classic introduction to second language acquisition and its application to language teaching, the sixth edition of Second Language Learning and Language Teaching has been extensively revised to reflect the evolving realities of multilingual classrooms and global communication. Drawing on the latest research, it offers clear explanations of key theoretical concepts alongside practical insights for language teaching.

Written by leading expert Vivian Cook and sensitively updated by Dick Smakman, the book critically engages with native-speaker models, emphasising intelligibility, meaningful communication, and the diverse ways in which people learn additional languages. A brand-new chapter on the changing classroom explores current pedagogical challenges and emerging learner profiles, while updated content is organised thematically for greater clarity.

Designed for readers with no prior background in second language research, this accessible and comprehensive text is ideal for students of applied linguistics, TESOL, and language education more broadly.

Pedagogical features include focusing questions, an expanded glossary, and support materials for both students and instructors.

By: Vivian Cook (Newcastle University UK), Dick Smakman
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 6th edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 700g
ISBN: 9780367633684
ISBN 10: 036763368X
Pages: 364
Publication Date: 28 January 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Vivian Cook was Professor of Applied Linguistics at Newcastle University, UK. His main interests were how people learn second languages and how writing works in different languages, particularly in street signs. He was a founder of the European Second Language Association and co-founder and co-editor of the journal Writing System Research. Dick Smakman is Lecturer in Sociolinguistics and Second Language Teaching at Leiden University, the Netherlands. In his teaching and research, he combines the two fields. He has taught English and Dutch at various universities.

Reviews for Second Language Learning and Language Teaching

If ever there were a timely book, this is it. Today, with new technologies transforming the field, we teach and study languages amid deep uncertainty. Our only hope of keeping up is to continue questioning the very nature of multilingualism and the impact language learning has on culturally diverse individuals around the world. Kapitolina Fedorova, Full Professor of Russian Studies, University of Tallinn, Estonia The sixth edition of Second Language Learning and Language Teaching offers a comprehensive and accessible overview of key theories and practices in second language acquisition. Authored by renowned scholars Vivian Cook and Dick Smakman, the book bridges the gap between research and classroom application, making it an essential resource for language teachers and students alike. It includes up-to-date insights into contemporary issues in language learning. I plan to actively use this book in my own classes when engaging students in discussions about second language teaching. Its content aligns perfectly with my approach of combining theoretical foundations with the development of practical teaching skills in the field of second language education. Giuli Shabashvili, Associate Professor of Linguistics, Tbilisi State University, Georgia