A Kaleidoscope of Models and Strategies for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781591583721)

Written by teachers for teachers, this is a practical introduction to models and strategies employed in the teaching of English language learners. Each chapter discusses several models and/or strategies by focusing on particular methods. It gives the background of the method's development, discusses practical examples and applications, provides possible caveats and modifications, and offers a list for further reading about the method.

Written by teachers for teachers, this is a practical introduction to models and strategies employed in the teaching of English language learners. Each chapter discusses several models and/or strategies by focusing on particular methods. It gives the background of the method's development, discusses practical examples and applications, provides possible caveats and modifications, and offers a list for further reading about the method. The book is written to be of immediate use to classroom teachers but will also be valuable as a supplementary textbook. All methods discussed are currently being taught in Norland's classes and implemented through the student teaching program at Luther College. Strategies include: Grammar-based Approaches, The Silent Way, Experiential Language Learning, Literature-based Approach, Family Literacy, and many more. Grades K-12.

Author: Deborah Norland Ph D.,Theresa Pruett-Said
ISBN-10: 1591583721
ISBN-13: 9781591583721
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Language: English
Published: 08/01/2006
Pages: 100
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 10.96h x 8.52w x 0.26d