Advising in Language Learning (ALL) brings together examples of advising practice and research from various international contexts in a fast-developing field. A theoretical model based on constructivism and sociocultural theory (the "Dialogue, Tools and Context Model") is proposed and supported thoughout the book, as each of the contributions focuses on one or more areas of the model. In this volume the editors set out the general aims and understandings of the field, illustrating the innovative manner in which advisors around the world are working with learners and researching the practice of ALL.

Introduction /Luke Carson and Jo Mynard -- A suggested model for advising in language learning / Jo Mynard -- The skills of counselling in advising: language as a pedagogic tool / Marina Mozzon-McPherson -- Target language or L1: advisors' perceptions on the role of language in a learning advisory session / Katherine Thornton -- Peer advising as a means to facilitate language learning / Shua-Hua (Vivien Kao) -- Advising-in-action: exploring the inner dialogue of the learning advisor / Tanya McCarthy -- Kaleidoscope, an online tool for reflection on language learning / Kenneth Kidd and Satu von Boehm -- Attribution theory as an advising tool / David McLoughlin -- The wheel of language learning: a tool to facilitate learner awareness, reflection and action / Hisako Yamashita and Satoko Kato -- Advising in context: towards pedagogical and institutional integration / Hayo Reinders -- Sharing stories: autobiographical narratives in advising / Leena Karlsson -- The portfolio: a pracical tool for advising language learners in a self-access centre in Mexico / Sergio Valdivia, David McLoughlin and Jo Mynard -- Learner contributions in an open and distance language setting / Stella Hurd and Linda Murphy -- The role of advising and a student tracking system in the United Arab Emirates / Kevin Schoepp and Steve Lydiatt -- Chalk and cheese: language advising in a different worlds / Sara Cotterall -- Why classroom-based advising? / Luke Carson -- Ethnograhpic encounters: a possible tool for advising in language learning / Angeles Clemente -- Communities of practice as a source of professional development in advising for language learning / Azusa Kodate and Caleb Foale -- Conclusion / Luke Carson -- Index.