The Learner-Centred Curriculum: A Study in Second Language Teaching (Cambridge Applied Linguistics) - Softcover

Nunan, David

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9780521358439: The Learner-Centred Curriculum: A Study in Second Language Teaching (Cambridge Applied Linguistics)
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ISBN 10: 0521358434 ISBN 13: 9780521358439
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1988

Synopsis

Traditionally, the curriculum has been regarded as a statement of what should be done in a course of study. The Learner-Centred Curriculum takes as its starting point what is done by language teachers in their classes. Nunan develops a concept of the negotiated model in which the curriculum is a collaboration between teachers and students. The author looks at the curriculum from a teacher's perspective and reports on what instructors focus on in planning, implementing, and evaluating language courses. He synthesizes theoretical models and recent empirical studies, and considers the vital part by curriculum design in coordinating the many aspects of language teaching.

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Book Description

This book looks at the curriculum from a teacher's perspective and reports on what instructors focus on in planning, implementing, and evaluating language courses.

About the Author

Dr. David Nunan is Director of the English Centre and Chair Professor of Applied Linguistics, University of Hong Kong. He is well known for his innovative methodology and his remarkable ability to bring to the classroom a variety of activities that will enhance students' oral production. He is a past president of International TESOL, and has published numerous journal articles and texts including the core series Atlas, Expressions, and GO FOR IT! and the skills series Listen In, all for Heinle. His professional titles with Heinle include Second Language Teaching & Learning and Pursuing Professional Development. The Business Review Weekly selected him as the 7th most influential Australian in Asia.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
1988
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521358434
ISBN 13 
9780521358439
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
212
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