Teaching Adult Second Language Learners (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers)

McKay, Heather,Tom, Abigail

ISBN 10: 0521649900 / ISBN 13: 9780521649902

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Teaching Adult Second Language Learners (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521649900
• ISBN 13: 9780521649902
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This book provides a useful summary of the principles involved in teaching adults as well as a wealth of activities specifically designed for adult learners. The text is divided into three sections: Section I provides an introduction to the adult language learner and discusses the issues of assessment/placement and course/lesson organization. Section II gives teachers techniques for building community in the classroom. Section III provides activities designed for students at various levels that are organized thematically around topics such as self-identification, food, clothing, and work.

Book Description

This handbook provides a summary of the principles involved in teaching adults and activities specifically designed for adult learners.