Task-Based Instruction in Foreign Language Education: Practices and Programs
Betty Lou Leaver
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Description for Task-Based Instruction in Foreign Language Education: Practices and Programs
Paperback. Offers task-based programs that explain the principles behind the programs, discusses how problems were resolved, and share details on class activities and program design. This book covers TBI syllabus and program design. It presents practical courses and programs that include web-based activities. Editor(s): Leaver, Betty Lou; Willis, Jane R. Num Pages: 344 pages, Ms. pages count does not include fig.s and tables. BIC Classification: CJ; JNT; JNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 532.
Task-based language instruction has proven to be highly effective, but surprisingly underutilized. Theory can only go so far and hands-on experience can greatly speed and enhance the learning of a second language. Nineteen talented instructors who have successfully implemented task-based programs explain the principles behind the programs, discuss how problems were resolved, and share details on class activities and program design. Each chapter takes the reader through the different stages in designing and setting up such programs, adjusting them, and appraising and testing them in normal classroom conditions. This book covers TBI syllabus and program design and is based on ... Read more
Task-based language instruction has proven to be highly effective, but surprisingly underutilized. Theory can only go so far and hands-on experience can greatly speed and enhance the learning of a second language. Nineteen talented instructors who have successfully implemented task-based programs explain the principles behind the programs, discuss how problems were resolved, and share details on class activities and program design. Each chapter takes the reader through the different stages in designing and setting up such programs, adjusting them, and appraising and testing them in normal classroom conditions. This book covers TBI syllabus and program design and is based on ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Georgetown University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
Weight
487g
Number of Pages
344
Place of Publication
Washington, DC, United States
ISBN
9781589010284
SKU
V9781589010284
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-2
About Betty Lou Leaver
Betty Lou Leaver is associate dean of Global Education and dean of New York Institute of Technology campuses in Jordan. She has introduced task-based instruction into several foreign language programs, including the Defense Language Institute, the American Global Studies Institute, NASA, the American Language Center in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and the American Language Center in Chisinau, Moldova. She has also provided ... Read more
Reviews for Task-Based Instruction in Foreign Language Education: Practices and Programs
A worthy addition to task-based literature and can be recommended without hesitation to EFL practitioners. Its marriage of theory, practice, and examples provides a highly stimulating resource for those whose job is to do rather than to talk about doing. Korea TESOL Journal