Needs Analysis for Language Course Design
- 274 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
An essential toolkit for language teachers who need to design language courses for working professionals, vocational schools, undergraduate and graduate students.
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Diese Reihe befasst sich mit den Feinheiten der Sprachbildung und bietet aufschlussreiche Einblicke in Theorie und Praxis des Sprachenlehrens. Sie untersucht wichtige Methoden, pädagogische Ansätze und relevante Forschungsergebnisse für Lehrende und Lernende gleichermaßen. Die Sammlung bietet praktische Strategien und theoretische Grundlagen für einen effektiven Sprachunterricht in verschiedenen Umgebungen. Sie ist eine unschätzbare Ressource für alle, die sich für den Spracherwerb und das Verständnis des Lernprozesses begeistern.
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English for Academic Purposes provides a comprehensive overview of the field of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) for teachers. It not only looks at study skills, but also at other central concerns of EAP, such as needs analysis, syllabus and course design, methodology and materials, learning styles, tests and exams, and academic style and genre analysis. In addition to general EAP, the author also considers subject-specific language and the production of teaching materials. Throughout, the author adopts a user-friendly approach in which theoretical considerations are balanced with practical experience. Issues are discussed and illustrated, but readers are also encouraged to form their own opinions by means of stimulating introspect and discuss sections at the end of each chapter.
Group Dynamics in the Language Classroom
- 204 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
The study of 'group dynamics' is a vibrant academic field, overlapping diverse disciplines. It is also highly relevant to language education because the success of classroom learning is very much dependent on how students relate to each other, what the classroom climate is like, what roles the teacher and the learners play and, more generally, how well students can co-operate and communicate with each other. This innovative book addresses these issues and offers practical advice on how to manage language learner groups in a way that they develop into cohesive and productive teams.
Listening in the Language Classroom
- 384 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
Challenging conventional approaches to second language listening, this book presents a transformative perspective grounded in a deep understanding of the listening process. It offers innovative strategies that aim to enhance teaching methods, encouraging educators to rethink their practices for more effective language acquisition.
This book examines the role of affect and cognition in language learning
Task-Based Language Teaching
- 240 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
The updated edition features a solid foundation in task design while incorporating significant enhancements, including four new chapters that expand on contemporary practices and insights. This refresh aims to provide readers with the latest methodologies and tools for effective task creation, making it a valuable resource for educators and practitioners seeking to improve their approaches.
This text presents a comprehensive but practical overview of how to develop and implement effective survey projects. This book presents a comprehensive but practical overview of the different phases and activities involved in the development and implementation of effective survey projects by language teaching professionals. It is accessible to graduate students, language teachers, administrators, and researchers. The theoretical and practical issues involved in survey design are defined and discussed. Each chapter includes a list of key terms, a set of review questions, and a collection of exercises for practical application. Language teaching professionals will find all the crucial information needed to survey students and teachers about their beliefs and practices.
The main objective of this text is to assist language teachers in writing better tests. The author defines a good test as one that contains validity, reliability, practicality and a positive reaction. Hughes offers practical and realistic guidance on how to create a good test. The author pays special attention to the effect of testing on teaching - a test should not only be reliable and valid but should also have a positive effect on teaching. Chapters on the testing of writing, oral ability, reading, listening, grammar and vocabulary, and test administration are included. Also included are testing techniques that have been proven to be useful for teachers, and statistics that enable teachers to interpret test results. Reader activities can be found at the end of each chapter.
Focusing on teacher supervision across diverse settings, this book serves as a valuable resource for both aspiring and current language teacher supervisors. It provides insights and strategies that enhance supervisory practices, making it essential for educators aiming to improve their leadership skills in educational environments.
This text provides a detailed account of current approaches to the education of teachers of second languages. The paperback edition provides a detailed account of current approaches to the education of teachers of second languages. It offers valuable ideas on the observation and supervision of classrooms, on self-evaluation by teachers, and on teaching itself. Its emphasis reflects the shift in orientation from teacher training to teacher education, in which teachers are involved in developing their own theories of teaching, understanding the nature of teacher decision making, and developing strategies for critical self-evaluation. The book is aimed at teachers, teacher educators, and workshop facilitators involved both in pre-service and in-service education of teachers of second and foreign languages.
The Dynamics of the Language Classroom
- 242 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
This book seeks to explore the dynamic nature of the language classroom.
Discourse and Language Education is part of the Cambridge Language Teaching Library series. Discourse analysis describes how such communication is structured, so that it is socially appropriate and linguistically accurate. This book gives practical experience in analyzing discourse and the study of written language. The analyses show the ways we use linguistic signals to carry out our discourse goals and the differences between written and spoken language as well as across languages. This text can be used as a manual in teacher education courses and linguistics and communications courses. It will be of great interest to second language teachers, foreign language teachers, and special education teachers (especially those involved with the hearing impaired).
This book considers the field of educational psychology and its applications to language teaching.
Learner-Centredness as Language Education
- 296 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
This book emphasizes a collaborative approach to language teaching that recognizes and values the individual and cultural identities of learners. It explores methods that foster inclusivity and adaptability in the classroom, ensuring that diverse backgrounds are acknowledged and integrated into the learning process. The focus is on creating a supportive environment where all students can thrive, enhancing both language acquisition and cultural understanding.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of instituting change in language education programs. The paperback edition provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of instituting change in language education programs. It offers a theoretical framework, a detailed case study, and nine principles for the management of educational innovation.
Vocabulary
- 393 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
This volume examines what vocabulary is and how it behaves, how the mind learns vocabulary and uses it, and pedagogical issues of teaching and testing L2 vocabulary.
Diese ausführlich überarbeitete und aktualisierte Ausgabe von Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching erlaubt auf übersichtliche Weise einen tiefen Einblick in die Welt Sprachlehrmethoden. Dabei werden sowohl bekannte als auch alternative Herangehensweisen diskutiert. Aktuelle Lehrmethoden mit Fokus auf Kommunikation enthalten nun neue Materialien zu CLIL sowie text- und genreorientiertem Unterricht. Das Buch möchte dabei nicht nur die Theorie hinter diesen Methoden mitsamt ihrer Gemeinsamkeiten und Unterschiede klarstellen, sondern Lehrern dabei helfen, ihre individuellen Überzeugungen und Methoden zum Sprachunterricht zu kennenzulernen. Weitere neue Materialien zu aktuellen Forschungsrichtungen wie beispielsweise den outcomes-based initiatives machen dieses Buch vollkommen aktuell.
La dimensión afectiva en el aprendizaje
- 368 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
En esta obra se presentan, organizados de forma sistemática, los principales conceptos relativos a la afectividad en la clase de idiomas desde las tres perspectivas analizadas: el alumno, el profesor y la situación de aprendizaje
Teachers need a clear description of what constitutes grammar and how it can best be taught in the English language classroom. This book illustrates a new way of describing the grammar of spoken and written English and demonstrates how lexical phrases, frames and patterns provide a link between grammar and vocabulary. These processes and techniques are contextualised within a task-based approach to teaching and learning. Numerous interactive tasks are provided to guide readers. Over 40 examples of teaching exercises are included to illustrate techniques which can be applied in the classroom immediately.
Discourse Analysis for Language Teaching gives a practical introduction to the field of discourse analysis and its relevance for language teaching. It begins by answering the question 'What is discourse analysis?' and examines how discourse analysts approach spoken and written language. Different models of analysis are outlined and evaluated in terms of their usefulness to language teachers. This is followed by chapters on discourse-oriented approaches to grammar, vocabulary and phonology. The final section looks at spoken and written language in the light of native-speaker and learner data and considers examples of teaching approaches. Discourse Analysis for Language Teaching has a very practical orientation, and the text is interspersed with reader activities with guidance on appropriate responses at the end.
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Establishing Self-Access
- 296 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Focusing on self-access language learning (SALL), this book provides practical ideas supported by relevant literature and research. It offers a comprehensive resource for establishing and managing self-access learning facilities, featuring a typology of such facilities, management strategies, and a step-by-step evaluation guide. With a variety of practical suggestions tailored for different contexts, it serves as an invaluable tool for pre-service teacher trainees, experienced educators, and administrators involved in financing self-access initiatives.
Teachers and writers describe the approaches and techniques they have incorporated into their own teaching.
Research Methods in Language Learning helps readers understand and critique research.
Society and the Language Classroom
- 252 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Focusing on classroom dynamics, this book presents a series of case studies from diverse global contexts, including Australia, South Africa, and Japan, exploring learner and teacher interactions in English language classrooms. It highlights critical issues such as the clash between learners' expectations and teachers' change initiatives, as well as the unpredictable outcomes of educational innovations. The insights gained are crucial for educators, teacher trainers, and curriculum developers, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of classroom behavior.
Conversation
- 378 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
Focusing on the dynamics of English conversation, this book explores its significance for English Language Teaching (ELT) classrooms. It delves into the nuances of conversational skills and their impact on language acquisition, offering valuable insights for educators. The text emphasizes practical applications and strategies to enhance conversational competence among learners, making it a vital resource for teachers aiming to foster effective communication in their students.
This book introduces a new field of educational research called teacher learning, as it applies to the teaching of languages. Up until recently, the study of second language teacher education has focused mainly on the knowledge base and specific skills needed for effective teaching. This book invites us to look at teacher education from a fresh point of view, through an exploration of the thinking and learning processes of individuals as they learn to teach. Seventeen original articles, based on studies done in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, provide examples of pioneering research into the ways that individuals learn to teach languages, and the roles that previous experience, social context, and professional training play in the process. The collection thus helps establish a research base for this newly developing field.
Psicología para profesores de idiomas
- 246 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom
- 164 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
This volume gives an overview of the theory of motivation and applies it to practical skills and strategies, providing new insights into the field of motivational studies and its implications for second-language pedagogy.
Teaching Languages to Young Learners
- 274 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
Recent years have seen rapid growth in the numbers of children being taught foreign languages at younger ages. While course books aimed at young learners are appearing on the market, there is scant theoretical reference in the teacher education literature. Teaching Languages to Young Learners is one of the few to develop readers' understanding of what happens in classrooms where children are being taught a foreign language. It will offer teachers and trainers a coherent theoretical framework to structure thinking about children's language learning. It gives practical advice on how to analyse and evaluate classroom activities, language use and language development. Examples from classrooms in Europe and Asia will help bring alive the realities of working with young learners of English.
Designing Tasks for the Communicative Classroom provides a balanced introduction to both the theoretical and practical aspects of communicative task design, and is aimed at all second and foreign language teachers who want to develop their own tasks, or adopt/adapt those of others. The major purpose is to integrate recent research and practice in language teaching into a framework for analysing learning tasks. This framework should help teachers select, adapt or create their own communicative tasks. The ideas presented are relevant to teachers working in or preparing for a range of teaching situations with a variety of learner types.
Focus on the Language Classroom
- 160 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Sets out to define the aims, principles, and objectives of classroom research, and relate these to teaching practice.
This book engages with current issues in developing materials for language teaching.
Cambridge Language Teaching Library: Culture Bound
Bridging the Cultural Gap in Language Teaching
- 236 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
This book is designed to give language teachers a basis for introducing a cultural component into their teaching. The paperback edition is a collection of selected essays that attempts to provide language teachers with a basis for introducing a cultural component into their teaching. It includes essays written especially for the volume, as well as some that have been previously published.
