Teaching English as an Additional Language in Secondary Schools: Theory and practice
About this ebook
Teaching English as an Additional Language in Secondary Schools sets out realistic ways in which EAL learners can be engaged and stretched in their learning, building on their prior literacy, cultural experiences and language learning. It clearly explains the theory and key research into how additional languages are acquired and offers practical classroom teaching and learning strategies to show teachers how they can help EAL learners to access the curriculum and reflect on their learning through assessments.
Features include:
- tasks to help put the ideas into practice
- case studies illustrating the key challenges faced by EAL learners
- summaries of key research findings
- reflections to encourage deeper thinking.
Drawing on the daily experiences of teachers and teaching assistants, this book will be essential reading for all trainee and practising teachers that want to ensure students with EAL fulfil their true learning potential.
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About the author
Dr Seán Bracken is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Worcester, UK. He has extensive international experience in curriculum development and leadership in the fields of EAL, diversity and inclusion.
Catharine Driver is a self-employed EAL and literacy consultant and teacher trainer.
Karima Kadi-Hanifi is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Worcester, UK. She specialises in second language acquisition and leads the PGCE Secondary EAL pathway.
