"This is not just another Handbook! It is a foundational contribution to the entire field of linguistics and to its rapidly proliferating subdisciplines..." --Walt Wolfram, North Carolina State University The Handbook of Educational Linguistics is a dynamic, scientifically grounded overview revealing the complexity of this growing field while remaining accessible for students, researchers, language educators, curriculum developers, and educational policy makers.

* A single volume overview of educational linguistics, written by leading specialists in its many relevant fields * Takes into account the diverse theoretical foundations, core themes, major findings, and practical applications of educational linguistics * Highlights the multidisciplinary reach of educational linguistics * Reflects the complexity of this growing field, whilst remaining accessible to a wide audience Brief Table of Contents (for the complete table of contents, please visit: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-1444331043,descCd-tableOfContents.html) Introduction: What is Educational Linguistics? (Bernard Spolsky). The History and Development of Educational Linguistics (Francis M. Hult). Part I Foundations for Educational Linguistics. Part II Core Themes. Linguistically and Culturally Responsive Education. Language Education Policy and Management. Literacy Development. Acquiring a Language. Language Assessment. Part III Research–Practice Relationships.