Although second language learners' pragmatic competence (their ability to use language in context) is an essential part of their general communicative competenc
This book describes the development and argument-based validation of a web-based test of second language pragmatics for learners of English. The test has a soci
The book focuses on investigating pragmatic learning, teaching and testing in foreign language contexts. The volume brings together research that investigates t
Pragmatic ability is crucial for second language learners to communicate appropriately and effectively; however, pragmatics is underemphasized in language teach
The book focuses on investigating pragmatic learning, teaching and testing in foreign language contexts. The volume brings together research that investigates t