Key Questions in Language Teaching

An Introduction
Erscheinungsjahr 2020
ISBN: 978-1-108-44140-7
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 226 Seiten, Format (B × H): 187 mm x 243 mm, Gewicht: 508 g

Innovative and evidence-based, this introduction to the main concepts and issues in language teaching uses a 'key questions' structure, enabling the reader to understand how these questions have been addressed by researchers previously, and how the findings inform language teaching practices. Grounded in research, theory and empirical evidence, the textbook provides students, practitioners and teachers with a complete introductory course in language teaching. Written in a clear and user-friendly style, and avoiding use of jargon, the book draws upon real-life teaching experiences and scenarios to provide practical advice. A glossary of key terms, questions for discussion and further reading suggestions are included. The book is perfectly suited to language teaching modules on English language, TESOL and applied linguistics courses.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Benati, Alessandro G.

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Sprachwissenschaft Sprachwissenschaften
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Lehrerausbildung, Unterricht & Didaktik Allgemeine Didaktik Literatur, Deutsch, Fremdsprachen (Unterricht & Didaktik)

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. What do we know about second language acquisition and what are the implications for language teaching?; 2. How is second language teaching methodology evolved over the years?; 3. What is the nature and role of communication and interactive tasks (speaking and writing)?; 4. What is the nature and role of listening and reading comprehension tasks?; 5. What is the nature and role of grammar, vocabulary and corrective feedback?; 6. How do we carry out second language research?; 7. An overall evaluation of the key questions in this book.

Über Autor(innen)

Benati, Alessandro G.
Alessandro G. Benati is Head of the English Department and Professor of English and Applied Linguistics at the American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. He is visiting and honorary professor at York St John University and the University of Portsmouth.