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Routledge Introductions to Applied Linguistics is a series of introductory level textbooks covering the core topics in Applied Linguistics, primarily designed for those beginning postgraduate studies, or taking an introductory MA course as well as advanced undergraduates. Titles in the series are also ideal for language professionals returning to academic study. 

The books take an innovative ‘practice to theory’ approach, with a 'back-to-front' structure.  This leads the reader from real-world problems and issues, through a discussion of intervention and how to engage with these concerns, before finally relating these practical issues to theoretical foundations. Additional features include tasks with commentaries, a glossary of key terms, and an annotated further reading section.

Series Editors: Ronald Carter, University of Nottingham and Guy Cook, King’s College London, UK.

"The innovative approach devised by the series' editors will make this series very attractive to students, teacher educators, and even to a general readership, wanting to explore and understand the field of Applied Linguistics. The volumes in this series take as their starting point the everyday professional problems and issues that applied linguists seek to illuminate. The volumes are authoritatively written, using an engaging "back to front" structure that moves from practical interests to the conceptual bases and theories that underpin applications of practice." – Anne Burns, Aston University, UK