English language learning materials : a critical review / edited by Brian Tomlinson.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Tomlinson, Brian, 1943- editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

English language--Textbooks for foreign speakers.

English language.

English language--Self-instruction.

English language--Globalization.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (344 p.)

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Continuum, 2008.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This research collection presents a critical review of the materials used for learning English around the world. The first section includes a discussion of materials for specific learners and purposes, such as young learners, self-study, academic writing and general proficiency. The second section presents a detailed study of the materials used in Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Africa and Australia, and critically evaluates their effectiveness in the teaching of English to speakers of other languages. Taking both the teacher's and the learner's needs into consideration, the book m

Contents:

Contents; Contributors; Preface; Part 1 Introduction; Part 2 Different Types of Materials; Part 3 Materials in Use around the World; Part 4 Conclusions; Index

Notes:

Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9786612309687

OCLC:

506069110