Teaching and Learning the English Language: A Problem-Solving Approach

by Richard Badger

Overview

Offering a solid, research-based approach along with sound practical advice, this book equips you with the skills you need to analyse your own contexts and develop your practice, whether through formal study or alone. Badger explores teaching English as a problem-solving activity addressing three fundamental questions: what aspect of language do students needs to learn, how do they learn it, and how can teachers support this learning.

This new edition includes updated references, a chapter on pragmatics, coverage of concepts such as translanguaging, CLIL, EMI, English as a lingua franca and sections on digital learning.

Topics covered include:
· Psychological and social learning processes
· TESOL teaching methods and approaches
· Lesson planning and classroom management
· English teacher professional development

The book also includes chapter summaries, activities for students and key readings recommendations, and online resources such as video case studies, additional exercises and multiple choice quizzes to consolidate learning. The book is ideal for both trainee and practicing teachers who want to develop their practice.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781350177215
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication date:	01/11/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	296
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Richard Badger is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Admissions in the School of Education at the University of Leeds, UK.
Richard Badger is Senior Lecturer and Head of Admissions in the School of Education at the University of Leeds, UK.

Table of Contents

List of Figures
List of Tables
1. Introduction
Part I: Language, Learning and Teaching
2. Language
3. Learning
4. Teaching
5. Programme and Lesson Planning
6. Evaluation and Assessment
Part II: Teaching Language Levels
7. Pronunciation
8. Spelling
9. Grammar
10. Vocabulary
11. Discourse
12. Pragmatics
Part III: Teaching Four Skills
13. Reading
14. Writing
15. Listening
16. Speaking
Part IV: Conclusion
17. Professional Development
References
Index

Editorial Reviews

In 16 concise chapters of very readable prose, [the book] presents an even-handed account of the field ... University lecturers and students alike should find this book accessible and useful ... There was much to enjoy, including the odd surprise; for example, a chapter on spelling - an innovative flourish and fascinating to read.” —IATEFL Voices (of the first edition)

“An excellent introduction to and overview of TESOL teaching along with providing a revision of TESOL theories, methodologies and strategies ... It is extensively researched with around 500 references to enable readers to extend their knowledge and skills in TESOL ... Reader-friendly.” —Jourbanal of Applied Learning & Teaching (of the first edition)

“The book gives a comprehensive overview of many key areas and concepts in TESOL – learning, teaching, and assessing. Students who join a graduate TESOL programme without prior knowledge or training in language studies, linguistics, or the study of English language will find the book especially useful.” —Soe Marlar Lwin, Associate Professor in the Applied Linguistics (TESOL) Programme, Singapore University of Social Sciences, Singapore

“A very valuable and accessible resource for every student-teacher and every teacher-practitioner who is wanting to take their knowledge about language, language learning and teaching to a theoretically more advanced and practically more informed level. I recommend it to my own Master's students.” —Oksana Afitska, Lecturer in TESOL, Lancaster University, UK (of the first edition)

“With experience teaching English in diverse places like Malaysia, Algeria and the UK, Badger is able to explain the theories he discusses using examples from the real world of English teaching. What I like most about this book, as an English Language teacher and one who trains other teachers, is the concise chapters and the way Badger breaks down the component parts of the language. Easy to read, up to date, and easy to teach from.” —Jaala Shaw, Lecturer, University of Colorado Boulder, International English Center, USA (of the first edition)

“A comprehensive introduction to the field of TESOL with an attempt to integrate the three domains of language, learning and teaching within a unifying framework for teacher professional development. The jargon-free writing makes the book particularly accessible to practitioners from different cultural backgrounds across the world.” —Yongcan Liu, Senior Lecturer in Second Language Education, University of Cambridge, UK (of the first edition)

“The text is like a kind of toolkit with live examples for students to work on. The companion website is invaluable too.” —Ayo Amuda, Senior Lecturer, University of South Wales, UK (of the first edition)

“I have used this book as a core module text on MA TESOL programmes and have found it to be informative and clearly written. Students with both minimal and extensive prior knowledge or training in language studies and teaching have found it a very useful resource to support their learning. The way each chapter is organised from looking at how someone learners a particular skill or language area to the implications for teaching is excellent. This has helped my students reflect on teaching and learning of language and skills in their own TESOL contexts.” —Laura Grassick, Programme Lead for the MA in TESOL Studies, University of Leeds, UK

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