On the Teaching of Modern Languages in Theory and Practice (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2019
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- Title
- On the Teaching of Modern Languages in Theory and Practice (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Charles Colbeck
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2019
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0365271721
- ISBN 13
- 9780365271727
- Item weight
- 387 grams
Why teach modern languages—and how to do it well.
This book argues that modern languages are highly useful in education and daily life, and it offers practical methods for teaching them in a real school setting.
Written for educators and exam-driven programs, the work frames language study as more than a ritual of memorization. It advocates a clear aim: to prepare students for real communication, travel, and work, while balancing the needs of liberal education with practical outcomes. The author discusses how to structure lessons, choose meaningful content, and move beyond traditional drill to foster true understanding of languages like French and German.
- Reasons for teaching modern languages and how their usefulness shapes the classroom.
- Strategies to connect grammar, vocabulary, and culture so students can use language in real contexts.
- Tips for introducing accidence, pronunciation, and grammar without dulling curiosity or overloading memory.
- A pragmatic view of declensions, conjugations, and language patterns, with examples drawn from classroom practice.
Ideal for teachers, curriculum planners, and readers interested in the history and theory of language education.
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