Tune In 3: Test Pack with CDs
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Product Description Tune In develops listening skills and, introduces students to over 50 features of natural spoken English. Each lesson uses a step-by-step approach to teach students to understand what people say and how they say it. Students learn techniques such as how to check understanding, express uncertainty, and give polite negative answers. Easy-to-check material allows the teacher to focus on teaching ratherthan preparing. About the Author Jack C Richards is an applied linguist, writer, and teacher trainer. Dr. Richards is currently affiliated with the South East Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Regional Language Centre in Singapore where he teaches candidates for the Diploma in TESL and the MA in Applied Linguistics issued by the National University of Singapore.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the pedagogical challenge of teaching natural spoken English to non-native speakers through structured listening comprehension exercises. The authors, Jack W. Richards and Kerry O'Sullivan, utilize their extensive backgrounds in applied linguistics and teacher training to provide a systematic framework for language acquisition. By focusing on the nuances of how native speakers communicate, the text offers a curriculum designed to bridge the gap between textbook English and real-world conversation.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Over 50 distinct features of natural spoken English
- Step-by-step instructional methodology for listening comprehension
- Practical techniques for checking understanding and expressing uncertainty
- Ready-to-use assessment materials for classroom efficiency
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators frequently cite this series as a practical resource for streamlining lesson preparation in ESL classrooms. Experts note that the focus on conversational mechanics provides students with functional tools for navigating social interactions in English.
Page Count:
52
Publication Date:
2007-09-27
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0194471217
ISBN-13:
9780194471213
English as a Second Language
Language Learning
Reference
Education
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