Author : Norbert Pachler
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 0415162815
Total Pages : 353 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (151 download)
Book Synopsis Learning to Teach Modern Foreign Languages in the Secondary School by : Norbert Pachler
Download or read book Learning to Teach Modern Foreign Languages in the Secondary School written by Norbert Pachler and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed as a text to support student teachers in training, this book focuses on the key skills of teaching modern foreign languages. The practical focus of the book is underpinned by a theoretical perspective including ample opportunities for reflection. Account is taken of national statutory frameworks. The book aims to assist student teachers in developing a personal approach to modern foreign languages teaching and to choose the most effective and appropriate methods to help pupils gain relevant knowledge, skills and understanding. For mentors and tutors working with student teachers this book provides an overview of the areas covered by student teachers during their course of initial teacher education. Chapters cover, for instance: the teaching of grammar and cultural awareness assessment the use of the target language for instruction and interaction the use of new technologies in the classroom. Examples are given in French, German and Spanish, but most are transferable to other languages.