SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING PROCESSES IN SOUTH ASIAN BRITISH IMMIGRANTS: COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE, INVESTMENT, AGENCY

Abstract

This study is qualitative examination of second language learning process in South Asian British immigrants in London. Based on L2 socialization theory as a theoretical framework, this study foregrounds L2 learning process as an active and meaningful participation by learners in community of practice. The focus of study is on dynamic interplay between the social community and the investment by individual learners.