Key Questions in Language Teaching

An Introduction
Alessandro G. Benati, The University of Hong Kong

Publication date
Digital publication date: 14 February 2020
Physical publication date: 20 February 2020

Innovative and evidence-based, this introduction to the main concepts

and issues in language teaching uses a 'key questions' structure,
enabling the reader to understand how these questions have been
addressed by researchers previously, and how the findings inform
language teaching practices. Grounded in research, theory and
empirical evidence, the textbook provides students, practitioners and
teachers with a complete introductory course in language teaching.
Written in a clear and user-friendly style, and avoiding use of jargon,
the book draws upon real-life teaching experiences and scenarios to
provide practical advice. A glossary of key terms, questions for
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discussion and further reading suggestions are included. The book is
perfectly suited to language teaching modules on English language, TESOL and applied linguistics
courses.

Key features
Provides practical suggestions for language teaching based on research, theory and empirical
evidence, drawing upon real-life scenarios
Written in a clear and user-friendly style, the book avoids jargon and makes difficult concepts
simple to understand
Includes 'exemplary study' and 'recap' sections, a glossary of key terms, further reading
suggestions and questions for discussion

About the book

Subjects: Applied Linguistics, Language and Linguistics

Format: Hardback , Price: US$98.99

Publication date: 20 February 2020, ISBN: 9781108425247

Format: Paperback , Price: US$35.99

Publication date: 20 February 2020, ISBN: 9781108441407

Format: Digital , Price: US$35.99

Publication date: 14 February 2020, ISBN: 9781108676588

https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108676588

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Contents
1 - What Do We Know About Second Language Acquisition and 7 - An Overall Evaluation of the Key Questions in This Book
What Are the Implications for Second Language Teaching? Epilogue
2 - How Has Second Language Teaching Methodology Evolved Glossary
over the Years? References and Readings
3 - What Is the Nature and Role of Communication and Interactive Index
Tasks (Speaking and Writing)?
4 - What Is the Nature and Role of Listening and Reading
Comprehension Tasks?
5 - What Is the Nature and Role of Grammar, Vocabulary, and
Corrective Feedback?
6 - How Do We Carry Out Second Language Research?

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