The art and science of language teaching /
Lara Bryfonski, Alison Mackey.
- 357p.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Frontmatter Part I - Teacher and Student Talk
pp 1-74 1 - How do I get my learners to start and stay talking in the second language?
pp 3-21 2 - How do I maximize input in the second language?
pp 22-33 3 - Why, when, and how (much) should I correct my learners?
pp 34-47 4 - How do I promote peer interaction in the classroom?
pp 48-62 5 - What kinds of learning strategies can I teach my learners?
pp 63-74 Part II - Differentiation
pp 75-150 6 - How does language learner identity influence the language learning experience?
pp 77-92 7 - How do I best support neurodiverse language learners?
pp 93-106 8 - How do learners’ motivation and anxiety levels impact their language learning experience?
pp 107-122 9 - How can aptitude be leveraged for language learning?
pp 123-135 10 - It’s much harder to learn (and teach) my language compared to other languages, and it takes much longer. How can I compensate for these difficulties with my learners?
pp 136-150 Part III - Teaching the Skills
pp 151-230 11 - How or when should I teach grammar?
pp 153-166 12 - Is there a “best” way to teach pronunciation?
pp 167-181 13 - How can I incorporate literacy skills in the target language?
pp 182-198 14 - When or how should I teach vocabulary?
pp 199-216 15 - What are some strategies for teaching learners about politeness, register, or other pragmatic skills in the second language?
pp 217-230 Part IV - Lesson and Unit Planning
pp 231-330 16 - What are some of the most popular language teaching methods?
pp 233-248 17 - Content, form, and activities: How do I select activities, tasks, and projects?
pp 249-265 18 - Menus and maps: How can I make my classroom more authentic in terms of materials and practices?
pp 266-282 19 - How could/should I best use technology in the language classroom?
pp 283-296 20 - How do I assess language learning?
pp 297-317 21 - How can I make the most of professional development opportunities for language teachers?
pp 318-330 Glossary
pp 331-336 References and Resources
pp 337-354 Index
pp 355-358
"Designed for language teachers of all levels and languages who seek to inform their classroom practices with current research findings on second language acquisition, this user-friendly book can be used in education courses, professional development training, and workshops"--