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This book provides a first systematic and comprehensive account of
English in East and South Asia (EESA) based on current research by
scholars in the field. It has several unique features. Firstly, it
provides a rigorous theoretical overview that is necessary for the
understanding of EESA in relation to the burgeoning works on World
Englishes as a discipline. Secondly, in the section on linguistic
features, a systematic template was made available to the
contributors so that linguistic coverage of the variety/varieties
is similar. Thirdly, the vibrancy of the sociolinguistic and
pragmatic realities that govern actual English in use in a wide
variety of domains such as social media, the Internet and popular
culture/music are discussed. Finally, this volume includes an
extensive bibliography of works on EESA, thus providing a useful
and valuable resource for language researchers, linguists,
classroom educators, policymakers and anyone interested in the
topic of EESA or World Englishes. This volume hopes to advance
understanding of the spread and development of the different
sub-varieties reflecting both the political developments and
cultural norms in the region.
This book provides a first systematic and comprehensive account of
English in East and South Asia (EESA) based on current research by
scholars in the field. It has several unique features. Firstly, it
provides a rigorous theoretical overview that is necessary for the
understanding of EESA in relation to the burgeoning works on World
Englishes as a discipline. Secondly, in the section on linguistic
features, a systematic template was made available to the
contributors so that linguistic coverage of the variety/varieties
is similar. Thirdly, the vibrancy of the sociolinguistic and
pragmatic realities that govern actual English in use in a wide
variety of domains such as social media, the Internet and popular
culture/music are discussed. Finally, this volume includes an
extensive bibliography of works on EESA, thus providing a useful
and valuable resource for language researchers, linguists,
classroom educators, policymakers and anyone interested in the
topic of EESA or World Englishes. This volume hopes to advance
understanding of the spread and development of the different
sub-varieties reflecting both the political developments and
cultural norms in the region.
In this book, leading scholars in the field of World Englishes (WE)
offer fresh perspectives in re-thinking issues on the use of
English as a global language in an interconnected world.
Established as a legitimate field of study, WE offers a conceptual
framework which has influenced scholarship in many related
disciplines: contact linguistics, postcolonial Englishes, English
as a lingua franca, English as an international language, and
applied linguistics. This seminal volume will have an excellent
balance between theoretical and empirical works focusing on
scholarship that has arisen in relation to the Kachruvian Three
Concentric Circles model. This book covers topics such as
state-of-the-art review of WE, WE and contact linguistics,
post-colonial Englishes, English as a Lingua Franca, English as an
International Language, WE and applied linguistics, language
measurement and testing in WE, language policy and management,
language education and dynamic ecologies, language typology, WE as
a new canon, WE and corpus linguistics, WE and multimodalities, and
makes predictions about the future of WE. It contains a
comprehensive and up-to-date bibliography of major works published
in the field.
Pronunciation plays a crucial role in learning English as an
international language, yet often remains marginalised by educators
due to a lack of required phonetic and phonological knowledge.
Pronunciation for English as an International Language bridges the
gap between phonetics, phonology and pronunciation and provides the
reader with a research based guide on how best to teach the English
language. The book follows an easy to follow format which ensures
the reader will have a comprehensive grasp of each given topic by
the end of the chapter. Key ideas explored include: * Articulation
of English speech sounds and basic transcription * Connected speech
processes * Current issues in English language pronunciation
teaching * Multimedia in English language pronunciation practice *
Using speech analysis to investigate pronunciation features Using
the latest research, Pronunciation for English as an International
Language will facilitate effective teaching and learning for any
individual involved in teaching English as a second, foreign or
international language.
Pronunciation plays a crucial role in learning English as an
international language, yet often remains marginalised by educators
due to a lack of required phonetic and phonological knowledge.
Pronunciation for English as an International Language bridges the
gap between phonetics, phonology and pronunciation and provides the
reader with a research based guide on how best to teach the English
language. The book follows an easy to follow format which ensures
the reader will have a comprehensive grasp of each given topic by
the end of the chapter. Key ideas explored include: * Articulation
of English speech sounds and basic transcription * Connected speech
processes * Current issues in English language pronunciation
teaching * Multimedia in English language pronunciation practice *
Using speech analysis to investigate pronunciation features Using
the latest research, Pronunciation for English as an International
Language will facilitate effective teaching and learning for any
individual involved in teaching English as a second, foreign or
international language.
This edited volume explores key areas of interests in Singapore
math and science education including issues on teacher education,
pedagogy, curriculum, assessment, teaching practices, applied
learning, ecology of learning, talent grooming, culture of science
and math, vocational education and STEM. It presents to
policymakers and educators a clear picture of the education scene
in Singapore and insights into the role of math and science
education in helping the country excel beyond international studies
such as PISA, the pedagogical and curricula advancements in math
and science learning, and the research and practices that give
Singaporean students the competitive edge in facing the uncertain
and challenging landscape of the future.
This edited volume explores key areas of interests in Singapore
math and science education including issues on teacher education,
pedagogy, curriculum, assessment, teaching practices, applied
learning, ecology of learning, talent grooming, culture of science
and math, vocational education and STEM. It presents to
policymakers and educators a clear picture of the education scene
in Singapore and insights into the role of math and science
education in helping the country excel beyond international studies
such as PISA, the pedagogical and curricula advancements in math
and science learning, and the research and practices that give
Singaporean students the competitive edge in facing the uncertain
and challenging landscape of the future.
This book examines the evolution and innovation of teacher
education in Singapore in the 21st century. It covers teacher
education reforms in the conceptualising and implementing of the
Teacher Education for the 21st Century (TE21) Model and discusses
curriculum improvements that are aligned to new competencies;
values development that re-envision teacher professionalism and
calling; pedagogical changes that emphasise self-directed inquiry
and technology-enabled learning; strengthened theory-practice
linkages and enhanced teaching practices through school
partnerships and mentoring; and impactful education research in
areas such as assessment and developing teaching competencies,
practices and mentoring. Teacher education in Singapore focuses on
developing professional leaders in the field of education who are
proactive problem-solvers and empowered researchers. It entails a
long-term vision of education and an innovative approach to develop
teachers with design skills and an inquiring mindset to understand
learners in the fast-changing digital and mobile world. This book
is aimed at scholars, researchers, policymakers, teacher educators
and teachers as well as anyone interested in learning the
philosophy behind Singapore's unique TE21 Model for the 21st
century and beyond.
The late Mr Lee Kuan Yew (1923-2015) laid the foundations for the
creation of a first-world education system in Singapore. Like many
other issues concerning the country, his ideas for education were
transported in a red box, which he took with him wherever he went,
even up to his last days. Inside it was always something designed
to help create a better life for all Singaporeans. The editors of
this volume were inspired by the idea of Mr Lee's red box and by
the Founding Father's selfless drive to continuously improve the
country he loved. As such, the book explores in detail Mr Lee's
plans, including chapters on Education: The Man and His Ideas;
Foundational Pillars of Singapore's Education; Education for
Nationhood and Nation-Building; and 21st Century Readiness and
Adaptability. The chapters also include the authors' visions, no
matter how great or small, for the future of education in
Singapore. They explore how Mr Lee's educational policies resulted
in a system that attracts the right and best candidates to become
teachers; that forms them into effective teachers, specialists and
leaders; that ensures they and the education system are able to
deliver the best possible learning for every child; and that
establishes a legacy that has allowed the education system to
continue to move forward while tackling the challenges of its
success. From the little red box came the ideas that led to the
country's meteoric rise. Likewise, the editors hope this book will
lead to a brighter future in education.
This book examines the evolution and innovation of teacher
education in Singapore in the 21st century. It covers teacher
education reforms in the conceptualising and implementing of the
Teacher Education for the 21st Century (TE21) Model and discusses
curriculum improvements that are aligned to new competencies;
values development that re-envision teacher professionalism and
calling; pedagogical changes that emphasise self-directed inquiry
and technology-enabled learning; strengthened theory-practice
linkages and enhanced teaching practices through school
partnerships and mentoring; and impactful education research in
areas such as assessment and developing teaching competencies,
practices and mentoring. Teacher education in Singapore focuses on
developing professional leaders in the field of education who are
proactive problem-solvers and empowered researchers. It entails a
long-term vision of education and an innovative approach to develop
teachers with design skills and an inquiring mindset to understand
learners in the fast-changing digital and mobile world. This book
is aimed at scholars, researchers, policymakers, teacher educators
and teachers as well as anyone interested in learning the
philosophy behind Singapore's unique TE21 Model for the 21st
century and beyond.
This volume presents how high performing education
systems over the world are constantly innovating their
educational policies to nurture their citizens for the challenges
of the future economy and the anticipation of the unknown. This
volume includes a state-of-the-art review of the literature in this
field, several commissioned focal chapters focusing on the
distinctive case of Singapore and internationally commissioned
chapters of several other accomplished education systems around the
world. A comparative study of Singapore against other high
performing education systems is included to provide
greater insights to the possible applications to other education
systems.
In this book, leading scholars in the field of World Englishes (WE)
offer fresh perspectives in re-thinking issues on the use of
English as a global language in an interconnected world.
Established as a legitimate field of study, WE offers a conceptual
framework which has influenced scholarship in many related
disciplines: contact linguistics, postcolonial Englishes, English
as a lingua franca, English as an international language, and
applied linguistics. This seminal volume will have an excellent
balance between theoretical and empirical works focusing on
scholarship that has arisen in relation to the Kachruvian Three
Concentric Circles model. This book covers topics such as
state-of-the-art review of WE, WE and contact linguistics,
post-colonial Englishes, English as a Lingua Franca, English as an
International Language, WE and applied linguistics, language
measurement and testing in WE, language policy and management,
language education and dynamic ecologies, language typology, WE as
a new canon, WE and corpus linguistics, WE and multimodalities, and
makes predictions about the future of WE. It contains a
comprehensive and up-to-date bibliography of major works published
in the field.
This volume presents how high performingeducation systemsover
the world are constantly innovating their educational policies to
nurture their citizens for the challenges of the future economy and
the anticipation of the unknown. This volume includes a
state-of-the-art review of the literature in this field, several
commissioned focal chapters focusing on the distinctive case of
Singapore and internationally commissioned chapters of several
other accomplished education systems around the world. A
comparative study of Singapore against otherhigh
performingeducation systemsis included to provide greater insights
to the possible applications to other education systems."
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