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This fully updated second edition provides a comprehensive and readable introduction to teaching young learners. It gives an accessible overview of the issues, including child development, L1 and L2 learning, L2 skills, vocabulary and grammar, learning to learn, materials design, and policy issues. Integrating theory and practice in an accessible way, it draws on up-to-date research and classroom practice that is internationally relevant.
This book investigates the pedagogical frameworks and developmental considerations necessary for effectively teaching foreign languages to children. Annamaria Pinter, an established scholar in applied linguistics, synthesizes current research with practical classroom applications to address the unique cognitive and social needs of young learners. The text provides a structured approach to bridging the gap between theoretical language acquisition models and the realities of the primary school environment.
What You Will Find
Educators and researchers frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the intersection of developmental psychology and language pedagogy. Experts highlight the book's ability to translate complex academic research into accessible, actionable strategies for classroom practitioners.
Page Count:
240
Publication Date:
2017-01-26
Publisher:
Oxford University Press España, S.A.
ISBN-10:
0194403181
ISBN-13:
9780194403184
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