The Handbook of Informal Language Learning.

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Notes on Contributors -- Introduction -- A new field of research -- Plan of the handbook -- Conclusion -- References -- Part I Theorizing Informal Language Learning -- Chapter 1 Motivation and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Second language motivation in the classroom -- English learning beyond the classroom -- Informal language learning: A theoretical framework -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 2 Learning Languages in Informal Environments: Some Cognitive Considerations -- Introduction -- Summary -- References -- Chapter 3 Multimodality and Language Learning -- Introduction -- Conclusion: Why do we need a theory of multimodality? -- References -- Chapter 4 How Learning Context Shapes Heritage and Second Language Acquisition -- Introduction -- Language acquisition in different contexts -- Second language acquisition -- Heritage language acquisition -- Formal vs. informal contexts in language learning -- Informal language learning today: New technologies -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 5 Informal Writing and Language Learning -- Introduction -- Conclusion -- References -- Part II Learning in Digital Contexts -- Chapter 6 Virtual Landscapes -- Introduction -- Virtual worlds and informal language learning -- Teacher recommendations and the future of VWs -- References -- Chapter 7 Gaming and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- General findings related to L2 acquisition and informal learning through games -- Gameplay interactions -- Research limitations -- What is language learning?: Perceptions and a market of diverse solutions -- The future of gaming and informal language learning -- Concluding thoughts -- References -- Chapter 8 Self-Paced Language Learning Using Online Platforms -- Introduction -- Web-based and mobile platforms -- Research study -- Conclusion.

References -- Internet Sources -- Chapter 9 Fan Fiction and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Fan fiction - a crash course -- Fan fiction and informal language learning -- Future directions -- References -- Chapter 10 Vlogs, Video Publishing, and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Informal language learning and the internet -- Studying informal language-learning vlogs -- The potential of informal language learning in the context of vlogs -- Limits of informal learning in the context of vlogs -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 11 Mobile Collaboration for Language Learning and Cultural Learning -- Introduction -- Informal mobile language learning and collaboration -- Fostering peer collaboration via mobile devices -- Forms of context-relevant collaboration beyond the classroom -- Roles for teachers -- Support for learners -- Conclusion -- References -- Part III Learning Through Media and Live Contact -- Chapter 12 Video and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- The scope and scale of video and informal language learning today -- Research on captioned video and informal language learning -- Some key studies of caption use in informal language learning -- References -- Chapter 13 Songs and Music -- Introduction -- The linguistic benefits of using music and songs -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 14 Mobility, Media, and Multiplicity: Immigrants' Informal Language Learning via Media -- Introduction -- Informal learning through media: Maintaining the old and developing the new -- Lessons learned: Supporting informal language learning -- References -- Chapter 15 Service Sector Work and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Theoretical concepts -- Learning in natural settings: The strategies used by businesses and employees' communication strategies -- Conclusions -- References.

Chapter 16 Linguistic Landscapes and Additional Language Development -- Introduction -- The linguistic landscape: From a colorful canvas to critical pedagogical approaches for language learning -- Making use of the language‐learning opportunities that are already there -- Implications and future potential -- References -- Chapter 17 Language Tourism and Second Language Acquisition in Informal Learning Contexts -- Introduction -- Language gains deriving from language tourism -- Interacting with the host community -- The role of accommodation, leisure activities, and other travel components in facilitating SLA -- Alternative educational settings conducive to SLA -- SLA in work contexts -- Challenges and future research -- References -- Part IV International Case Studies of Informal Language Learners -- Chapter 18 Hong Kong and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- The linguistic and sociocultural realities of Hong Kong -- Hong Kong learners' engagement in informal language learning -- The interaction of out-of-class learning experience and linguistic and sociocultural realities -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 19 An Emerging Path to English in Korea: Informal Digital Learning of English -- Introduction -- The unique position of English in Korea -- IDLE and English learning outcomes -- Implications for English education in Korea -- References -- Chapter 20 Informal English Learning Among Moroccan Youth -- Introduction -- Methods -- Findings -- Discussion: The invisible university -- Conclusion: Limitations -- References -- Chapter 21 Sweden and Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Informal learning -- Survey of the field - Sweden -- Concluding remarks -- References -- Chapter 22 Informal English Learning in France -- Introduction -- Early findings on informal English learning in France.

Participation in online informal activities -- A case study on L2 development from informal usage -- Implications from the present research -- Conclusion -- References -- Part V Informal Learning and Formal Contexts -- Chapter 23 Translanguaging Across Contexts -- Introduction -- Context and theory -- Empirical studies -- Translanguaging examples -- Implications for research and practice -- References -- Chapter 24 A Critical Review of Social Networks for Language Learning Beyond the Classroom -- Introduction -- Theoretical and methodological framing -- Approaching social media -- Social networking in language education -- Informal learning -- Future directions -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 25 Digital Writing in Informal Settings Among Multilingual Language Learners -- Introduction -- Technology-supported informal writing -- Bridging the gap -- Concluding remarks -- References -- Chapter 26 Extensive Reading for Statistical Learning -- Introduction to extensive reading -- Statistical learning -- Reading and vocabulary research supporting ER -- Research on ER -- Reading comprehension -- Reading rate -- Vocabulary development -- Other benefits -- Obstacles to ER -- Implementation -- References -- Chapter 27 Leveraging Technology to Integrate Informal Language Learning within Classroom Settings -- Introduction -- The case for integrating informal learning into a language class -- Teacher support for informal language learning -- Strategies and tools for informal language learning: Focus on listening and vocabulary development -- Designing and evaluating informal language learning experiences -- Conclusion: The road ahead -- References -- Chapter 28 Connecting Informal and Formal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Key concepts related to informal and autonomous language learning -- Benefits of informal autonomous language learning.

Self-directed language learning and technology -- Underlying theoretical constructs associated with autonomous language learning -- Other factors that can foster or impede L2 learner autonomy -- Instructional approaches that encourage autonomous learning -- Autonomous learning within the classroom -- Autonomous language-learning communities -- Non-language oriented spaces and communities -- Benefits of participation in these online communities -- Potential dangers of online autonomous learning -- Resources available -- Suggestions for using these resources in the L2 classroom -- Conclusions: Making the formal informal again -- References -- Part VI The Present and Future of Informal Language Learning -- Chapter 29 Digital Translation: Its Potential and Limitations for Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Translation in the language classroom -- Translation technology -- Application of translation apps for language learning -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 30 Future Directions in Informal Language Learning -- Introduction -- Understanding experiential language learning: A growing need -- Recreational language learning on the rise -- New opportunities for learning through games and social media -- Growing participation in nonformal, yet structured learning -- Classroom integration -- New devices and opportunities on the horizon -- The role of informal language learning in the future -- References -- Chapter 31 Last Words: Naming, Framing, and Challenging the Field -- Introduction -- Naming the field -- Framing informal learning -- The interdisciplinary attraction of informal language learning -- Challenges for future research -- Future research shopping list -- Conclusion -- References -- Index -- EULA.

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