Foundations of Teaching English as a Foreign Language

<p>An introductory textbook that assumes no prior knowledge of linguistics or second language acquisition this book presents a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations methods and practices of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) for pre-service teachers. Lennon covers the theoretical bases for TEFL and addresses second language-acquisition research past and present EFL teaching methodology as well as psychological and social approaches to individual language-learner variation. Further chapters provide extensive yet accessible coverage on essential foundational topics including chapters on pronunciation grammar vocabulary literature and testing. Offering a sociocultural approach in which the teacher is seen as a facilitator and supporter of students’ self-directed learning this text provides the prospective teacher with the knowledge and skills to be an effective educator in the EFL classroom.</p><p>The targeted EFL focus makes this book ideal for pre-service teachers and for teacher training programmes around the world. Each chapter includes a Food for Thought section with questions for reflection and a Further Reading list.</p>