Group Work in the English Language Curriculum [electronic resource] : Sociocultural and Ecological Perspectives on Second Language Classroom Learning /
Chappell, P.author.
This book explores how using small groups in second language classrooms supports language learning. Chappell's experience as a language teacher equips him to present a clear, evidence-based argument for the powerful influence group work has upon the opportunities for learning, and how it should therefore be an integral part of language lessons.
Description based upon print version of record.
""Cover""; ""Contents""; ""List of Figures and Tables""; ""Preface""; ""Acknowledgements""; ""Part I: Interaction in the Second Language Curriculum""; ""1 An Ecological Perspective on the Interactive Second Language Classroom""; ""2 Teacher and Learner Roles in the Interactive Second Language Classroom""; ""Part II: Group Work and the Second Language Curriculum""; ""3 The Social Functions of Group Work: Optimising Interpersonal Relations""; ""4 Building Field Knowledge through Collective Thinking and the Joint Construction of Knowledge""
""5 Using Groups to Promote Oral Fluency â€? Language Development in Interaction""""6 Emphasis on Language Form and Function â€? Group Work and the Development of Linguistic Knowledge""; ""7 Using Groups Strategically â€? Negotiating Textual Meanings through Group Work""; ""8 Integrating Group Work into Lesson and Unit Plans""; ""References""; ""Index""
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This book explores how using small groups in second language classrooms supports language learning. Chappell's experience as a language teacher equips him to present a clear, evidence-based argument for the powerful influence group work has upon the opportunities for learning, and how it should therefore be an integral part of language lessons.
Language and education.
English language.
Language and languages—Study and teaching.
Language Education.
English.
Language Teaching.