Key Questions in Language Teaching
Key Questions in Language Teaching
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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.
- Provides practical suggestions for language teaching based on research, theory and empirical evidence, drawing upon real-life scenarios
- Written in a clear and user-friendly style, the book avoids jargon and makes difficult concepts simple to understand
- Includes 'exemplary study' and 'recap' sections, a glossary of key terms, further reading suggestions and questions for discussion
Reviews & endorsements
'Benati's Key Questions in Language Teaching is an excellent resource for anyone interested in issues related to second language acquisition and second language teaching. What makes the volume distinctive is its accessible and reader-friendly approach to explaining a wide range of complex concepts and theoretical perspectives that have shaped our discipline.' Parvaneh Tavakoli, University of Reading
'This is a book that will provide anyone who is unfamiliar with the second language acquisition research with an excellent introduction to the concepts and themes that have defined the field so far. Readers who are starting out as researchers in this area, as well as language teaching professionals, will find this a useful addition to their bookshelves.' Michael Sharwood Smith, Emeritus Professor of Languages, Heriot-Watt University
'Any language teaching professional curious to know more about the nature of language learning will profit from this excellent book. Arranged around key topics such as language acquisition, classroom methodologies, learner interaction, and corrective feedback, it explores the sorts of questions that teachers ask themselves, and provides the information they need to reach informed answers.' Pauline Foster, St. Mary's University, London
Product details
February 2020Hardback
9781108425247
238 pages
252 × 194 × 15 mm
0.65kg
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Table of Contents
- 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.
