Problems in Second Language Acquisition proposes a way to help second language acquisition develop a systematic and coherent focus using the philosophy of science as the lens.

Michael H. Long, Michael H. Long

Contents: Preface. Part I:Theory. Second Language Acquisition Theories. Problem-Solving and Theory Change in SLA. Part II:Research. Age Differences and the Sensitive Periods Controversy in SLA. Recasts in SLA: The Story So Far. Part III:Practice. Texts, Tasks, and the Advanced Learner. SLA: Breaking the Siege.