Practice and Theory for Materials Development in L2 Learning

Practice and Theory for Materials Development in L2 Learning

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  • Author: Alan Maley
  • Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
  • ISBN: 144387809X
  • Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 360

This volume represents a unique addition to the growing body of empirical literature on materials development, adopting a reverse approach to the topic. Rather than applying ‘theory to practice’, practitioners and researchers from 11 countries reappraise applied linguistics theories through practice. The book also provides evidence for the diversity of materials development around the globe at different levels for different specialities and for different purposes. Each chapter surveys the relevant literature (such as task-based learning and language and culture), describes a specific research project, reports the results of the project, and discusses the implications of these results for the development of materials both in the local context and in general. After each section there are editorial comments highlighting the issues emerging from the research, and there is a conclusion which connects the findings of the various chapters and makes suggestions both for future research and for the principled development of materials for L2 learners. The book will be suitable for teachers, materials developers, academics and students in post-graduate courses in applied linguistics, in TEFL/TESOL and in the teaching of other languages as an L2.


The Complete Guide to the Theory and Practice of Materials Development for Language Learning

The Complete Guide to the Theory and Practice of Materials Development for Language Learning

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  • Author: Brian Tomlinson
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
  • ISBN: 1119054761
  • Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 416

The Complete Guide to the Theory and Practice of Materials Development for Language Learning provides undergraduate and graduate-level students in applied linguistics and TESOL, researchers, materials developers, and teachers with everything they need to know about the latest theory and practice of language learning materials development for all media. The past two decades have seen historic change in the field of language learning materials development. The four main drivers of that change include a shift in emphasis from materials for language teaching to language learning; evidenced-based development; the huge increase in digital delivery technologies; and the wedding of materials developed for the learning of English with those for other second or foreign languages. Timely, authoritative, and global in scope, this text represents the ideal resource for all those studying and working in the field of language learning.


SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning

SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning

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  • Author: Brian Tomlinson
  • Publisher: Routledge
  • ISBN: 131760802X
  • Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 367

SLA Research and Materials Development for Language Learning is the only book available to focus on the interaction between second language acquisition theory and materials development for language learning. It consists of contributions written by experts in SLA, experts in materials development, researchers who have expertise in both fields, and introductions and conclusions by the editor. The book is organized into four major sections – position statements; materials driven by SLA theory; evaluations of materials in relation to SLA theory; and proposals for action – that offer a diverse range of perspectives while maintaining a cohesive and comprehensive overview on the subject. This book is ideal for post-graduate courses in applied linguistics and second language acquisition and for researchers interested in the relationship between SLA and materials development.


Applied Linguistics and Materials Development

Applied Linguistics and Materials Development

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  • Author: Brian Tomlinson
  • Publisher: A&C Black
  • ISBN: 1441109439
  • Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 345

Applies applied linguistic theories to the development of materials for language learning to add new depth to the field.


Materials Development in Language Teaching

Materials Development in Language Teaching

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  • Author: Brian Tomlinson
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 0521762855
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 473

Comprehensively revised and updated to take account of the impact of technology on the field of materials development


Second Language Acquisition and Task-Based Language Teaching

Second Language Acquisition and Task-Based Language Teaching

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  • Author: Mike Long
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
  • ISBN: 1118882210
  • Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 513

This book offers an in-depth explanation of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) and the methods necessary to implement it in the language classroom successfully. Combines a survey of theory and research in instructed second language acquisition (ISLA) with insights from language teaching and the philosophy of education Details best practice for TBLT programs, including discussion of learner needs and means analysis; syllabus design; materials writing; choice of methodological principles and pedagogic procedures; criterion-referenced, task-based performance assessment; and program evaluation Written by an esteemed scholar of second language acquisition with over 30 years of research and classroom experience Considers diffusion of innovation in education and the potential impact of TBLT on foreign and second language learning


Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition

Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition

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  • Author: Stephen D. Krashen
  • Publisher:
  • ISBN:
  • Category : Language and languages
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 202


SLA Applied

SLA Applied

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  • Author: Brian Tomlinson
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 110847182X
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 421

This book connects SLA theory and practice in ways that are relevant and accessible to students, researchers and practitioners.


Issues in Materials Development

Issues in Materials Development

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  • Author: Maryam Azarnoosh
  • Publisher: Springer
  • ISBN: 9463004327
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 226

Issues in Materials Development provides readers with theoretical foundations and practical aspects of designing materials for EFL/ESL contexts. It starts with discussing some basic and preliminary principles of materials design followed by scrutinizing critical issues in materials development in an objective and systematic way. This ranges from considering learners’ needs, adopting, adapting, selection, and gradation of materials to the specific focus of the book on developing various types of materials for the four language skills, pronunciation, ESP vocabulary, and computer assisted language learning materials. Authenticity of materials to be designed and the inclusion of affective factors to develop motivating materials to engage language learners, in addition to features of materials design at a universal level are other areas to read about. This book finally tries to open new horizons and possible futuristic approaches to improve today’s ELT materials.


Teachers' Roles in Second Language Learning

Teachers' Roles in Second Language Learning

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  • Author: Bogum Yoon
  • Publisher: IAP
  • ISBN: 1617358495
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 304

This book is designed to provide practical applications of sociocultural theory with regard to teachers’ roles in second language education. By providing specific examples of teachers’ roles in the classroom, the book aims to help researchers, teacher educators, and classroom teachers make clear connections between practice and theory in second language learning. All the studies in this edited book are conducted in the PreK-16 classroom setting. Each chapter presents rigorous research analysis within the framework of sociocultural theory and provides rich descriptions of teachers’ roles. The book is intended to be used in teacher education courses. The primary audience of the book is in-service teachers who work with second language learners (SLLs) in their classrooms including ESL/Bilingual classrooms or regular classrooms. Since many SLLs receive instructions both in the ESL/Bilingual classrooms and in the regular classrooms, it is important to discuss teachers’ roles in both settings. The secondary audience of the book is teacher educators and researchers who work with pre-service and in-service teachers in teacher education. This book will be an excellent resource for book study groups and practitioners working with professional learning communities.