Social, Dynamic, and Complexity Theory Approaches to Second Language Development: Overview

<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title> <jats:p>The encyclopedia area of Social, Dynamic and Complexity Theory Approaches to Second Language Development is overviewed, describing the scope of the section and rationale for considering these approaches to theory and research in SLA. The meaning of terms are elaborated and area contents are reviewed, with a focus on L2 developmental processes, language learning in the classroom and beyond, approaches to SLA, and individual/learner characteristics.</jats:p>