Handbook of Practical Second Language Teaching and Learning

The Handbook of Second and Foreign Language Teaching and Learning is a comprehensive and practical guide to current knowledge and research in the field. It covers various aspects of second and foreign language teaching and learning, including learning contexts, curriculum and instruction, listening and speaking, reading and writing, vocabulary and grammar, intercultural communication, and pragmatics. The book is organized logically into six parts and features contributions from leading experts in the field. It is an essential resource for students, teachers, faculty, and professionals interested in improving their skills and knowledge in second and foreign language teaching and learning.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 522 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and authoritative volume provides a practical, comprehensive, and state-of-the-art overview of current knowledge and research in second and foreign language teaching and learning. Thoroughly reader-friendly, the Handbook is logically organized into six parts that cover all major areas of L2/FL teaching and learning:

Part I: Learning Contexts and Language Teaching explores the diverse populations of language learners, their needs, and the challenges they face.

Part II: Curriculum and Instruction addresses curriculum and materials design, including exemplars of instructional approaches with wide applicability across contexts.

Part III: Listening and Speaking provides an overview of listening pedagogy, speaking skills, and pronunciation, among other key topics.

Part IV: Reading and Writing covers all practical matters related to learning to write in another language, with attention to spelling, orthography, extensive reading, and more.

Part V: Vocabulary and Grammar discusses assumptions and practical approaches to vocabulary and grammar instruction, with a focus on important topics such as academic writing and multiword expressions.

Part VI: Intercultural Communication and Pragmatics concludes the Handbook with an examination of language learning across social, cultural, and regional differences.

Bringing together leading experts in the field, the contributors offer valuable perspectives on major, established, and emerging topics. Each chapter provides an overview of important developments, key research, and considerations and applications for effective second language instruction.

A well-rounded, readable, and up-to-date resource, the Handbook serves as a compendium of the ongoing changes, innovations, and practices in L2/FL teaching and learning. It is an invaluable resource for educators, researchers, and practitioners alike, as it contributes to the advancement of the field and enhances the understanding and effectiveness of language teaching and learning.

Weight: 1000g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367617998