* Combines theory and practice on initial language teacher education as well as utilizing sociocultural theory, this book is uniquely positioned both to offer practical exercises for the Teacher of Teachers classroom and to explore issues for further research * Contains a large number of ready-to-use activities and tasks that are underpinned by research and theoretical insights, unlike any other book on or relating to this topic * Uniquely implements the Furlong & Maynard and Huberman models of teacher career stages, as well as Vygotsky's sociocultural perspective, into practice rather than a merely theoretical discussion * Countries all over the world are implementing new programs for language teacher education and training, and will benefit from having the latest in research and practice in this book * No extant books translate Sociocultural Teacher Education (STE) theory into workable, usable and research-based practical classroom applications * Author DiazMaggioli is a leader in this field

* Combines theory and practice on initial language teacher education as well as utilizing sociocultural theory, this book is uniquely positioned both to offer practical exercises for the Teacher of Teachers classroom and to explore issues for further research * Contains a large number of ready-to-use activities and tasks that are underpinned by research and theoretical insights, unlike any other book on or relating to this topic * Uniquely implements the Furlong & Maynard and Huberman models of teacher career stages, as well as Vygotsky's sociocultural perspective, into practice rather than a merely theoretical discussion * Countries all over the world are implementing new programs for language teacher education and training, and will benefit from having the latest in research and practice in this book * No extant books translate Sociocultural Teacher Education (STE) theory into workable, usable and research-based practical classroom applications * Author DiazMaggioli is a leader in this field

Teaching Language Teachers: Scaffolding Professional Learning provides an updated view of as well as a reader-friendly introduction to the field of Teaching Teachers, with special reference to language teaching. By taking a decidedly Sociocultural perspective, the book addresses the main role of the Teacher of Teachers (ToT) as that of scaffolding the professional learning of aspiring teachers. Each of the eight chapters deals with a particular view of this scaffolding process, from understanding and reviewing the learning needs of aspiring teachers, to designing and delivering courses and materials, observing teachers, teaching online and engaging in continuous professional development. Authoritatively written, though accessible to newcomers to the field, this book will prove to be an invaluable addition to the library whether you are a seasoned teacher educator, a new coordinator, director of studies, supervisor or teacher trainer.

Teaching Language Teachers: Scaffolding Professional Learning provides an updated view of as well as a reader-friendly introduction to the field of Teaching Teachers, with special reference to language teaching. By taking a decidedly Sociocultural perspective, the book addresses the main role of the Teacher of Teachers (ToT) as that of scaffolding the professional learning of aspiring teachers. Each of the eight chapters deals with a particular view of this scaffolding process, from understanding and reviewing the learning needs of aspiring teachers, to designing and delivering courses and materials, observing teachers, teaching online and engaging in continuous professional development. Authoritatively written, though accessible to newcomers to the field, this book will prove to be an invaluable addition to the library whether you are a seasoned teacher educator, a new coordinator, director of studies, supervisor or teacher trainer.

This book investigates new English language policies and initiatives which have been introduced and implemented across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay and Venezuela. Chapters are organized around three themes. Chapters in the first section critically examine newly-implemented English language policies, as well as factors that contribute to and prevent the implementation of such policies. Chapters in the second section describe and analyze current teacher preparation and teacher development initiatives, in addition to the challenges and opportunities associated with such initiatives. Finally, the third section features school- and classroom-based research designed to investigate the status of English language teaching and the implementation of innovative programs. All authors have a first-hand understanding of the South American context and draw on references and resources which originate beyond Inner Circle countries. The book showcases examples of innovation and success in a variety of complex contexts and will serve as a starting point for researchers, as well as being of interest to students, policymakers and stakeholders.