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Discover 'Common Ground', a vital resource tailored for educators passionate about second language acquisition (SLA). This brand new publication, with ISBN 9781647930066, is published by Hackett Publishing in 2022. Emphasizing practical approaches, this book enables teachers at all proficiency levels to explore groundbreaking strategies in communication-focused language education. From navigating the complexities of SLA to implementing effective teaching techniques, 'Common Ground' answers the pressing questions faced by language instructors today. It's designed to empower teachers to transcend outdated drill methods typically found in conventional textbooks. The authors, accomplished language educators themselves, share their wealth of knowledge, insights, and enthusiasm to provide a refreshingly practical guide that focuses on real-life classroom application. The book's logical organization and clear presentation help educators grasp important concepts easily. With numerous sample activities included at the end of each chapter, teachers can easily adapt engaging lessons built on SLA principles, ensuring students not only comprehend but also retain and apply their learning in meaningful ways. This invaluable tool is a must-have for any language teacher aiming to elevate their teaching skills and foster a collaborative classroom environment. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781647930066
Year: 2022
Publisher: Hackett Publishing
Description:
'Common Ground is accessible to teachers at all levels yet firmly rooted in current questions of second language acquisition (SLA). One of its primary strengths is the authors themselves, both of whom are accomplished language teachers who understand the challenges and opportunities in communication-focused language teaching. Their experience, expertise, insight, and enthusiasm for language teaching translate into a book that is refreshingly practical for teachers, especially teachers who are striving to break from traditional drills commonly presented in textbooks. I hope this book finds its way into the hands of every language teacher who is looking for concrete examples of how SLA principles meet the realities of the classroom.' — Stacey Margarita Johnson, Vanderbilt University
'There is so much to know and to consider when learning to teach a language, and Common Ground presents, in a straightforward and simplified way, the most important concepts, based on SLA research. Students are more likely to retain and apply this important information when it is presented concisely, with many specific examples, as it is in this book. Common Ground has a logical organization that is easy to follow, both in terms of chapter order and the sequencing of information and activities within each chapter. The content is accurate, current, concise, readable, and easy to understand. The number of sample activities in the second half of each chapter is wonderful--they serve to illustrate the concepts in the first half of the chapter and provide students/teachers with a wealth of ideas that they will be able to adapt a
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781647930066
Year: 2022
Publisher: Hackett Publishing
Description:
'Common Ground is accessible to teachers at all levels yet firmly rooted in current questions of second language acquisition (SLA). One of its primary strengths is the authors themselves, both of whom are accomplished language teachers who understand the challenges and opportunities in communication-focused language teaching. Their experience, expertise, insight, and enthusiasm for language teaching translate into a book that is refreshingly practical for teachers, especially teachers who are striving to break from traditional drills commonly presented in textbooks. I hope this book finds its way into the hands of every language teacher who is looking for concrete examples of how SLA principles meet the realities of the classroom.' — Stacey Margarita Johnson, Vanderbilt University
'There is so much to know and to consider when learning to teach a language, and Common Ground presents, in a straightforward and simplified way, the most important concepts, based on SLA research. Students are more likely to retain and apply this important information when it is presented concisely, with many specific examples, as it is in this book. Common Ground has a logical organization that is easy to follow, both in terms of chapter order and the sequencing of information and activities within each chapter. The content is accurate, current, concise, readable, and easy to understand. The number of sample activities in the second half of each chapter is wonderful--they serve to illustrate the concepts in the first half of the chapter and provide students/teachers with a wealth of ideas that they will be able to adapt a