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Description: Classroom Discourse and Teacher Development by Steve Walsh This textbook shows how classroom discourse can be applied to develop and improve teaching. Combining examples from everyday practice with theoretical approaches, it provides a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description How does a dynamic classroom operate? What role does interaction play? This textbook examines the relationship between language, interaction and learning, and shows how classroom discourse can be applied to develop and improve teaching. Combining examples from everyday practice with theoretical approaches, this book provides a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse. Flap EDINBURGH TEXTBOOKS IN APPLIED LINGUISTICSSeries Editors: Alan Davies, Erik Schleef and Gibson FergusonFounding Editor: Keith MitchellThis textbook series provides advanced introductions to the main areas of study in contemporary Applied Linguistics, with a principle focus on the theory and practice of language teaching and language learning and on the processes and problems of language in use.Classroom Discourse and Teacher DevelopmentSteve WalshReflective practice is central to teacher education and development, yet it is something that many teachers struggle with. Can reflective practice be refocused by asking teachers to place classroom interaction and discourse at the centre of their reflections?In this accessible textbook, Steve Walsh explains why it is essential to put an understanding of classroom discourse at the centre of any second language teacher education programme, whether it is a formal programme under the guidance of a teacher educator or a more informal, self-directed programme of teacher development. He argues that in order to improve their professional practice, language teachers need to gain a detailed, up-close understanding of their local context by focusing on the complex relationship between teacher language, classroom interaction and learning. In order to do this, he revisits and reconceptualises the notion of reflective practice by giving teachers appropriate tools which allow them to reflect on and improve their professional practice.This thought-provoking book not only stimulates debate on classroom discourse and reflective practice, but also contains practical exercises and advice, which will be invaluable to both new and experienced language teachers as well as to researchers in applied linguistics.Steve Walsh is Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Newcastle.Cover design: River Design, Edinburgh[EUP logo] Author Biography Steve Walsh is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics at the University of Newcastle. Table of Contents 1. Introduction; 2. Classroom discourse: an overview; 3. Classroom interactional competence; 4. SETT: self-evaluation of teacher talk; 5. Researching classroom discourse; 6. Reflective practice revisited; 7. Conclusion; Task commentaries; References; Index; Appendices. Review An expert, in-depth, thought-provoking and innovative discussion of the centrality of classroom disource in second language classes. Taking into account the theoretical and technological advances in discource analysis, it also proposes concrete ways to better integrate CIC as a core component of teach training programmes. A must read for future and in-service language teachers, teacher trainers and researchers in applied linguistics.--Fanny Meunier, Universite Catholique de Louvain "English Text Constructions"This textbook is a valuable contribution to the field of language teaching and learning and teacher education. Unlike most texts in this field, which are generally verbose and not explicit in focus, this text has a tight focus on introducing new approaches to reflective practice in language teacher education... This is a thought-provoking textbook that will hopefully invite further research. It is recommended for language teachers, teacher educators, researchers, linguists, and anyone interested in the field of language teaching.--Deborah Vinci-Minogue, Dominican University "Linguist List" Long Description How does a dynamic classroom operate? What role does interaction play? This textbook examines the relationship between language, interaction and learning, and shows how classroom discourse can be applied to develop and improve teaching. Combining examples from everyday practice with theoretical approaches, this book provides a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse. Review Quote This textbook is a valuable contribution to the field of language teaching and learning and teacher education. Unlike most texts in this field, which are generally verbose and not explicit in focus, this text has a tight focus on introducing new approaches to reflective practice in language teacher education... This is a thought-provoking textbook that will hopefully invite further research. It is recommended for language teachers, teacher educators, researchers, linguists, and anyone interested in the field of language teaching. Promotional "Headline" Highlights the importance of classroom discourse to any second language teacher education programme Description for Reader Highlights the importance of classroom discourse to any second language teacher education programme Reflective practice is central to teacher education and development, yet is something that many teachers struggle with. Can reflective practice be refocused by asking teachers to place classroom interaction and discourse at the centre of their reflections? In this accessible textbook, Steve Walsh explains why it is essential to put an understanding of classroom discourse at the centre of any second language teacher education programme, whether it is a formal programme under the guidance of a teacher educator or a more informal, self-directed programme of teacher development. He argues that in order to improve their professional practice, language teachers need to gain a detailed, up-close understanding of their local context by focusing on the complex relationship between teacher language, classroom interaction and learning. In order to do this he revisits and reconceptualises the notion of reflective practice by giving teachers appropriate tools which allow them to reflect on and improve their professional practice. This thought-provoking book not only stimulates debate on classroom discourse and reflective practice, but also contains practical exercises and advice which will be invaluable to both new and experienced language teachers as well as to researchers in applied linguistics.Task commentaries, a glossary of technical terms and an annotated list of further reading are also included. Feature Explains simple techniques for encouraging effective data collection and analysis Includes task commentaries Features a glossary of technical terms Description for Sales People How does a dynamic classroom operate? What role does interaction play? This textbook examines the relationship between language, interaction and learning, and shows how classroom discourse can be applied to develop and improve teaching. Combining examples from everyday practice with theoretical approaches, this book provides a comprehensive account of current perspectives on classroom discourse. Description for Teachers/Educators Students of Applied Linguistics, as well as students on TESOL, ELT and Cross-Cultural Communication courses, as well as those in language teacher education more broadly, including ESOL and Learning and Teaching programmes. Details ISBN0748645179 Pages 208 Language English Year 2013 ISBN-10 0748645179 ISBN-13 9780748645176 Format Paperback Short Title CLASSROOM DISCOURSE & TEACHER Media Book Series Edinburgh Textbooks in Applied Linguistics Imprint Edinburgh University Press Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 371.102 UK Release Date 2013-05-17 NZ Release Date 2013-05-17 Edited by Johanna Spanke Affiliation Winchester College, UK Position Classics Teacher Qualifications R.N., B.S.N., Ocn Publisher Edinburgh University Press Publication Date 2013-05-17 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2013-08-26 Author Steve Walsh Alternative 9780748645183 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133483170;

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