This article discusses research into the role of audio-visual input for second language (L2)
or foreign language learning. It also addresses questions related to the effectiveness of …

Individual interest and self‐regulation are two pillars of self‐directed learning. Despite
empirical evidence on the interaction between the two with respect to academic …

Internationally recognised as one of the leading texts in its field, this volume offers a
comprehensive introduction to vocabulary for language teachers who would like to know …

Since Sundqvist introduced the term “extramural English” in 2009, empirical research on
extramural language learning has continued to expand. However, the expanding empirical …

The last decade has seen a proliferation of studies about emotions in FL teaching and
learning. The present study examined three of the most researched and well-known FL …

The role of motivation and extramural English exposure in explaining individual differences
in young English language learners'(YELLs') English performance is unclear. In this study …

This study focused on the mechanisms underlying incidental second language (L2)
vocabulary acquisition prior to formal instruction. We designed a cross‐sectional study to …

This cross‐sectional study investigated the impact of length of instruction, out‐of‐school
exposure to foreign language input, and gender on learners' receptive vocabulary …

There has been a gradual shift over the years towards the use of social networking sites
(SNS) in formal and informal English language learning which was accelerated during the …

In 2005, Science magazine designated the problem of accounting for difficulties in L2
(second language) learning as one of the 125 outstanding challenges facing scientific …