Applying Linguistics in the Classroom: A Sociocultural Approach
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| Rating | : | 4.25 (670 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0415633168 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-09-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Easy to understand, very practical and helpful for teachers This could be the most easy to understand linguistics book I have ever read. The authors bring many practical examples to demonstrate those abstract linguistic terms. Also, it emphasizes the sociolinguistic and sociocultural way to think about language and language teaching. My favorite part is the practical strategies at the end of each part and the case studies at the end of each chapter. They give you a much clearer blueprint about why you need to learn linguitics as a teacher and how you can use it to help your students.Even though there's some errors and inappropriate parts, I still recommend . Five Stars Janie Great, clear, simplified foundations of Linguistics. Highly recommended for beginners and those who need to refresh their basics.. and Applying Linguistics is literally one of the most relevant and easy-to-read books out there for teachers I'm reading this book for a Curriculum Instruction course, and Applying Linguistics is literally one of the most relevant and easy-to-read books out there for teachers. It's perfect for those who get excited about learning new languages and enjoy a bit of philosophical inquiry.
Aria Razfar is Associate Professor of Literacy, Language, Culture, Learning Sciences, Linguistics and Director of Bilingual/ESL Education at the University of Illinois at Chicago, US.Joseph C. Rumenapp is a doctoral student in Literacy, Language, and Culture at the University of Illinois at Chicago, US.
About the AuthorAria Razfar is Associate Professor of Literacy, Language, Culture, Learning Sciences, Linguistics and Director of Bilingual/ESL Education at the University of Illinois at Chicago, US.Joseph C. Rumenapp is a doctoral student in Literacy, Language, and Culture at the University of Illinois at Chicago, US.
While touching on the key structural aspects of language (phonetics, phonology, morphology, and syntax), it does not simply give an overview, but rather provides a way to study and talk about language. Teacher case studies show how real teachers have used these concepts to inform teaching practices. The Companion Website provides a multitude of relevant resources that illustrate the diversity of language functions and debates about language in society.. Each chapter includes practical steps and suggests tools for applying different kinds of linguistic knowledge in classrooms. The activities and exercises are adaptable to elementary or high school settings. Many examples focus on the intersection of math, science, and language. Making linguistics accessible and relevant to all teachers, this text looks at language issues in the classroom throu