TY  - BOOK
AU  - Nunan,David
TI  - Practical English language teaching
SN  - 0072820624 (pbk. : acidfree paper)
U1  - 428.2407 21
PY  - 2003///]
CY  - New York
PB  - McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
KW  - English language
KW  - Study and teaching
N1  - Includes index; Practical English Language Teachingoffers a thorough yet practical overview of language teaching methodology for teachers and teachers in preparation. The principles outlined in each chapter are richly illustrated with vignettes and extracts from real classrooms so the reader can see what the principles "look like" when realized in classroom teaching. The book is divided into three sections:Exploring Skills, Exploring Language, and Supporting the Learning Process. FEATURES: Critical areas of language teachingare comprehensively addressed with a specific focus on practical techniques, strategies, and tips. World-class specialistslike Neil Andersen, Kathleen M. Bailey, Mary Ann Christison, and David Nunan offer a variety of perspectives on language teaching and the learning process. Reflectionquestionsinvite readers to think about critical issues in language teaching whileActiontasksoutline strategies for putting new techniques into practice. Thoughtful suggestions for books, articles, and Web sites offer resources for additional, up-to-date information. Expansive glossaryoffers short and straightforward definitions of core language teaching terms; Includes bibliographical references and index; Methodology / David Nunan – Listening / Marc Helgesen – Speaking / Kathleen M. Bailey – Reading / Neil Anderson – Writing / Maggie Sokolik – Pronunciation / John Murphy – Vocabulary / I. S. P. Nation – Grammar / David Nunan – Discourse / Michael McCarthy and Steve Walsh – Content-based instruction / Donna Brinton – Coursebooks / Kathleen Graves – Computer-assisted language learning / Ken Beatty – Learning styles and strategies / Mary Ann Christison – Learner autonomy in the classroom / Phil Benson – Classroom-based assessment / Geoff Brindley
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