While We're On the Topic: BVP on Language, Acquisition, and
Classroom Practice is from one of the leading figures in the field
of second language acquisition and second language teaching, While
We're on the Topic... offers an up-to-date overview of six
principles underlying contemporary communicative language teaching.
In a conversational style, Bill VanPatten addresses principles
related to the nature of communication, the nature of language, how
language is acquired, the roles of input and interaction, tasks and
activities, and focus on form ("grammar"). Each principle is
informed by decades of research yet all are presented in a manner
accessible to veteran and novice educators alike.This book is a
must read for all interested in 21st century language teaching.
With special features such as Foundational Readings, Discussion
Questions and Food for Thought, "I..." statements for
self-assessment, and While We're on the Topic reflection boxes that
invite the reader to ponder related topics, this book can easily be
used as the foundation for any course on contemporary language
teaching.
General
Imprint: |
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
August 2017 |
Authors: |
Bill Vanpatten
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Dimensions: |
228 x 152mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
277 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-942544-57-9 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-942544-57-X |
Barcode: |
9781942544579 |
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