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The Art of Teaching Russian (Hardcover)
Evgeny Dengub, Irina Dubinina, Jason Merrill; Contributions by Evgeny Dengub, Irina Dubinina, …
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R4,247
Discovery Miles 42 470
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A comprehensive guide to Russian-language instruction combining the
latest research, pedagogy, and practice. The Art of Teaching
Russian offers practitioners current research, pedagogical
thinking, and specific methodologies for teaching the Russian
language and culture in the twenty-first century. With
contributions from the leading professionals in the field, this
collection covers the most important aspects of teaching the
Russian language. The book begins with an overview of the past and
current trends in foreign language education and in Russian
instruction in the United States. Other topics include the effects
of ACTFL's World-Readiness Standards on the field; different
pedagogical approaches to teaching at various levels of
proficiency; curriculum and materials development; and teaching
Russian culture to develop students' intercultural competence. The
collection concludes with a discussion on how to use technology in
the Russian-language classroom to enhance students' learning. The
Art of Teaching Russian includes practical approaches for
successful teaching, supported by original research. Teachers and
graduate students will rely upon this collection to enhance their
instruction.
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The Art of Teaching Russian (Paperback)
Evgeny Dengub, Irina Dubinina, Jason Merrill; Contributions by Evgeny Dengub, Irina Dubinina, …
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R2,180
Discovery Miles 21 800
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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A comprehensive guide to Russian-language instruction combining the
latest research, pedagogy, and practice. The Art of Teaching
Russian offers practitioners current research, pedagogical
thinking, and specific methodologies for teaching the Russian
language and culture in the twenty-first century. With
contributions from the leading professionals in the field, this
collection covers the most important aspects of teaching the
Russian language. The book begins with an overview of the past and
current trends in foreign language education and in Russian
instruction in the United States. Other topics include the effects
of ACTFL's World-Readiness Standards on the field; different
pedagogical approaches to teaching at various levels of
proficiency; curriculum and materials development; and teaching
Russian culture to develop students' intercultural competence. The
collection concludes with a discussion on how to use technology in
the Russian-language classroom to enhance students' learning. The
Art of Teaching Russian includes practical approaches for
successful teaching, supported by original research. Teachers and
graduate students will rely upon this collection to enhance their
instruction.
Panorama with Website moves intermediate-level students of Russian
toward advanced proficiency by engaging them in a systematic and
comprehensive approach to Russian grammar with texts from a variety
of genres, including proverbs and sayings to immerse students in
Russian culture. The accompanying companion website-included with
the book-offers fully integrated exercises to use alongside the
text. By reading and listening to Russian literary classics and
contemporary nonfiction texts, students develop a contextual
understanding of Russian culture and forms of expression that grow
their command of vocabulary, grammar, and complex syntax. The
textbook includes comprehensive in-class vocabulary and grammar
exercises and discussion topics as well as reading texts (for work
in class and at home), summative oral and written exercises, and
compelling color photos. Features * Content can be used in one
semester/two terms or for a full year * Modular structure allows
instructors flexibility to assign chapters in their own sequence *
Authentic photojournalist photos to prompt discussion exercises for
each chapter topic * Summative exercises for each chapter test
student mastery of the grammar topics, vocabulary, and cultural
competence related to the chapter theme in a written essay format *
Most grammar examples and exercises are drawn from the Russian
National Corpus * Readings include blogs, blog comments, articles,
and interviews, exposing students to current Russian culture and
language. For Instructors: Separate print Teacher's Editions of
Panorama are no longer available. Instead, instructors should
submit exam and desk copy requests using ISBN 978-1-64712-195-2. A
free online Teachers Manual is also available and features
supplementary activities and texts, including ideas for group
activities, research projects, songs and video clips for each
chapter, audio files of native speakers reading the literary
classics from each chapter, and guidance to create a syllabus and
exam, with a sample syllabus and sample chapter test. Available at
the Publisher's website.
A highly communicative approach to Intermediate Russian grounded in
everyday culture and authentic texts Etazhi uses the communicative
approach to advance student's Russian proficiency from the Novice
High / Intermediate Low level of the ACTFL scale to an Intermediate
Mid / Intermediate High level. Designed for one academic year of
instruction, Etazhi engages students with highly relevant topics to
internalize new vocabulary, expand their grammatical reach, and
deepen their cultural understanding of Russian speakers. Chapters
on Russian daily life, travel, dating and marriage, clothing,
cuisine, health and medicine, education, holiday traditions, and
careers are infused with humor and help students acquire the
vocabulary and cultural nuance needed to discuss Russian
literature, culture, and the arts. Hundreds of authentic texts,
photographs, and illustrations gathered from across the Russian
Federation-including authentic material written by real people
about their experiences in Russia-show the diversity of Russian
speakers, culture, and society. Each of the six chapters contains
approximately fifty exercises that help students practice the four
basic language skills-listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
This textbook improves vocabulary and grammar while promoting
deeper cultural competency, preparing students to study abroad, and
providing a firm foundation for advanced courses. Special features
include:* Audio transcripts to aid in comprehension checks
(available for free on the Press's website)* A grammar reference
with charts and tables, including case and verb charts * An
extensive Russian-English glossary* Over 120 authentic photographs
and hand-drawn images by a Russian artist* An answer key, sample
presentation materials, and a sample exam for chapter one to aid
instructors (available for free on the Press's website)
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