More than a native speaker : an introduction to teaching English abroad / Don Snow, Maxi-Ann Campbell.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Snow, Donald B., 1954- author.

Campbell, Maxi-Ann, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

English language--Study and teaching--Foreign speakers.

English language.

English language--Study and teaching--Foreign countries.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (309 pages) : illustrations

Edition:

Third edition.

Place of Publication:

Alexandria, Virginia : Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, [2017]

Summary:

"Accelerate Your Journey From Novice to Skilled Teacher!! In this newly updated Third Edition, learn step-by-step how to effectively teach English abroad. Gain valuable tips and resources for teaching in an unfamiliar educational system, working with students of varying ages and skill levels, and adapting to life in a different culture. Revised and updated with new research findings and suggestions for utilizing current technology and media tools, this text is also accompanied by a website that is packed with hundreds of activity ideas and links to additional teaching and learning resources." -- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Principles of language learning and the role of the teacher

Getting the lay of the land

Planning your course

Evaluation, backwash, and grading

Lesson planning and classroom survival

Putting it all together : sample course plans

Listening : putting the horse before the cart

Speaking : a linguistic juggling act

Reading and decoding

Writing : keeping your head above water

Vocabulary : students in charge

Grammar : finding a balance

Teaching culture

A troubleshooter's guide to the classroom

Adapting to your host culture

Afterward : on becoming a professional

The goals menu : a starter kit for course planning

Language skill activities based on engaging culture issues.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-942799-90-X