Author: Anne Burns
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108408419
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
This volume provides an up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of second language learning. The focus throughout the book is primarily on language learning, but each chapter also discusses the implications for teaching and assessment, thus informing both understanding and practice. The book contains nine sections, which aim to organise and reflect different dimensions of the diverse and complex scope of learning English as a second or additional language. Four themes which permeate the chapters are: learning and learners; learning and language; learning and language development; learning and learning context. The 36 chapters are up-to-date and authoritative, written by experts in the field. The content is accessibly written, with questions for discussion and follow-up reading suggestions provided.
The Cambridge Guide to Learning English as a Second Language
Author: Anne Burns
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108408419
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
This volume provides an up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of second language learning. The focus throughout the book is primarily on language learning, but each chapter also discusses the implications for teaching and assessment, thus informing both understanding and practice. The book contains nine sections, which aim to organise and reflect different dimensions of the diverse and complex scope of learning English as a second or additional language. Four themes which permeate the chapters are: learning and learners; learning and language; learning and language development; learning and learning context. The 36 chapters are up-to-date and authoritative, written by experts in the field. The content is accessibly written, with questions for discussion and follow-up reading suggestions provided.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108408419
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
This volume provides an up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of second language learning. The focus throughout the book is primarily on language learning, but each chapter also discusses the implications for teaching and assessment, thus informing both understanding and practice. The book contains nine sections, which aim to organise and reflect different dimensions of the diverse and complex scope of learning English as a second or additional language. Four themes which permeate the chapters are: learning and learners; learning and language; learning and language development; learning and learning context. The 36 chapters are up-to-date and authoritative, written by experts in the field. The content is accessibly written, with questions for discussion and follow-up reading suggestions provided.
The Cambridge Guide to Pedagogy and Practice in Second Language Teaching
Author: Jack C. Richards
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107015863
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
This collection of original articles provides an overview of key issues and approaches in contemporary language teaching.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107015863
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
This collection of original articles provides an overview of key issues and approaches in contemporary language teaching.
The Cambridge Guide to Second Language Assessment
Author: Christine Coombe
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107017149
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
"The Cambridge Guide to Second Language Assessment aims to present in one volume an up-to-date guide to the central areas of assessing the second language performance of English by speakers of other languages. This volume provides snapshots of significant issues and trends that have shaped language assessment in the past and highlights the current state of our understanding of these issues"--
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107017149
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
"The Cambridge Guide to Second Language Assessment aims to present in one volume an up-to-date guide to the central areas of assessing the second language performance of English by speakers of other languages. This volume provides snapshots of significant issues and trends that have shaped language assessment in the past and highlights the current state of our understanding of these issues"--
The Cambridge Guide to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Author: David Nunan
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521801273
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
This book, written by leading practitioners, brings together a comprehensive overview of TESOL.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521801273
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
This book, written by leading practitioners, brings together a comprehensive overview of TESOL.
The Cambridge Guide to Research in Language Teaching and Learning
Author: James Dean Brown
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 110748555X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
A comprehensive overview of research methods in second-language teaching and learning, from experts in the field. The Cambridge Guide to Research in Language Teaching and Learning covers 36 core areas of second-language research, organised into four main sections: Primary Considerations; Getting Ready; Doing the Research; Research Contexts. Presenting in-depth but easy to understand theoretical overviews, along with practical advice, the volume is aimed at 'students of research', including pre-service and in-service language teachers who are interested in research methods, as well as those studying research methods in Bachelor, MA, or PhD graduate programs around the world.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 110748555X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
A comprehensive overview of research methods in second-language teaching and learning, from experts in the field. The Cambridge Guide to Research in Language Teaching and Learning covers 36 core areas of second-language research, organised into four main sections: Primary Considerations; Getting Ready; Doing the Research; Research Contexts. Presenting in-depth but easy to understand theoretical overviews, along with practical advice, the volume is aimed at 'students of research', including pre-service and in-service language teachers who are interested in research methods, as well as those studying research methods in Bachelor, MA, or PhD graduate programs around the world.
Cambridge Guide to Second Language Teacher Education
Author: Anne Burns
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107376459
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 731
Book Description
This collection provides an overview of current issues, debates, and approaches in Second Language Teacher Education (SLTE) presented by internationally prominent researchers, educators, and emerging scholars. Chapters address such issues as distance education, non-native English-speaking educators, technology, assessment, standards, and the changing contexts of contemporary language teaching and teacher education.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107376459
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 731
Book Description
This collection provides an overview of current issues, debates, and approaches in Second Language Teacher Education (SLTE) presented by internationally prominent researchers, educators, and emerging scholars. Chapters address such issues as distance education, non-native English-speaking educators, technology, assessment, standards, and the changing contexts of contemporary language teaching and teacher education.
One Child, Two Languages
Author: Patton O. Tabors
Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Practical, engaging guide to helping early childhood educators understand and address the needs of English language learners.
Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Practical, engaging guide to helping early childhood educators understand and address the needs of English language learners.
Approaches to Learning and Teaching English as a Second Language
Author: Margaret Cooze
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1316639002
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
A subject-specific guide for teachers to supplement professional development and provide resources for lesson planning. Approaches to learning and teaching English as a Second Language is the result of close collaboration between Cambridge University Press and Cambridge International Examinations. Considering the local and global contexts when planning and teaching an international syllabus, the title presents ideas in the context of ESL with practical examples that help put theory into context. Teachers can download online tools for lesson planning from our website. This book is ideal support for those studying professional development qualifications or international PGCEs.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1316639002
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
A subject-specific guide for teachers to supplement professional development and provide resources for lesson planning. Approaches to learning and teaching English as a Second Language is the result of close collaboration between Cambridge University Press and Cambridge International Examinations. Considering the local and global contexts when planning and teaching an international syllabus, the title presents ideas in the context of ESL with practical examples that help put theory into context. Teachers can download online tools for lesson planning from our website. This book is ideal support for those studying professional development qualifications or international PGCEs.
Culture in Second Language Teaching and Learning
Author: Eli Hinkel
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521644909
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
This book identifies the many facets of culture that influence second language learners and teachers. The paperback edition identifies the many facets of culture that influence second language learners and teachers. It addresses the impact of culture on learning to interact, speak, construct meaning, and write in a second language, while staying within the sociocultural paradigms specific to a particular language and its speakers. By providing a comprehensive introduction to research from other disciplines on the interaction between language and culture, this volume offers an important contribution to the field of second language acquisition.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521644909
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
This book identifies the many facets of culture that influence second language learners and teachers. The paperback edition identifies the many facets of culture that influence second language learners and teachers. It addresses the impact of culture on learning to interact, speak, construct meaning, and write in a second language, while staying within the sociocultural paradigms specific to a particular language and its speakers. By providing a comprehensive introduction to research from other disciplines on the interaction between language and culture, this volume offers an important contribution to the field of second language acquisition.
Teaching English as a Foreign Or Second Language
Author: Jerry Greer Gebhard
Publisher: University of Michigan Press ELT
ISBN: 9780472082315
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This creative book focuses on teaching English as a foreign or second language. It is designed for use by self-motivated teachers of EFL/ESL who seek to maximize their own potential as teachers and, in doing so, maximize the learning of their students. The book includes information about exploration of teaching, classroom interaction and management, teaching materials and media, culture and the sojourning teacher, as well as how language instructors can teach students listening, conversation, reading, and writing skills. It can be used by EFL/ESL teachers nor formally trained in teaching English to students of other languages and by individuals who wish to increase their teaching skills through independent self-study. The book is appropriate for use in preservice teaching programs and inservice development programs. Teaching English as a Foreign or Second Language is unique in emphasizing self-development as central to being an EFL/ESL teacher. Each chapter presents a set of questions directly relevant to teaching and includes advice on teaching problems. An appendix provides addresses, phoned numbers, and information on professional journals and publishing houses.
Publisher: University of Michigan Press ELT
ISBN: 9780472082315
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
This creative book focuses on teaching English as a foreign or second language. It is designed for use by self-motivated teachers of EFL/ESL who seek to maximize their own potential as teachers and, in doing so, maximize the learning of their students. The book includes information about exploration of teaching, classroom interaction and management, teaching materials and media, culture and the sojourning teacher, as well as how language instructors can teach students listening, conversation, reading, and writing skills. It can be used by EFL/ESL teachers nor formally trained in teaching English to students of other languages and by individuals who wish to increase their teaching skills through independent self-study. The book is appropriate for use in preservice teaching programs and inservice development programs. Teaching English as a Foreign or Second Language is unique in emphasizing self-development as central to being an EFL/ESL teacher. Each chapter presents a set of questions directly relevant to teaching and includes advice on teaching problems. An appendix provides addresses, phoned numbers, and information on professional journals and publishing houses.