Bücher der Reihe National Association for the Teaching of English NATE

This book brings together leading voices in contemporary English education under the banner of the International Federation for the Teaching of English (IFTE). Chapters look at the changing face of English from the perspective of policy makers, teachers, and students. They consider technological advances in a global society and point to the emerging possibilities for this traditional school subject.

Providing a comprehensive introduction to and discussion of the value of linguistics in the secondary and post 16 curriculum, this book offers a theoretical background to the history and practice of the subject in the light of government initiatives and policies, and draws on research in linguistics to support English language teachers in both their teaching and their wider pedagogical concerns. The expert range of contributors consider ways in which recent innovations in linguistics can support language teaching in schools and sixth form colleges, arguing for the central place of linguistics in teachers pre and in service development.

This text brings together expert global figures under the banner of the International Federation for The Teaching of English (IFTE) to capture current, leading trends in the teaching of English litrature.

Bringing together leading voices in contemporary English education, this book celebrates the seminal Dartmouth Conference (1966) and its legacy, drawing attention to what it has achieved, and the questions it has raised. Chapters showcase innovative and exciting new insights, addressing both theoretical and practical elements of teaching English.

The fourth volume in the successful IFTE series provides an international perspective on the knowledge and professional development of the English teaching workforce. It provides a state-of-the-art review of English teaching and teachers and how they are developed over time.With contributions from leading scholars around the world, this volume is divided into four sections that follow the journey of an English teacher from being a student, to the latter stages of professional development and becoming a teacher. It sheds light on how different elements such as school culture, professional development, higher-level qualifications, professional associations and government policies contribute or detract from retention and job satisfaction.International Perspectives on English Teacher Development serves as ideal reading for the research and teacher education community along with teachers and student teachers globally.