Vol. 4 Issue 6 – Webinar: Spoken grammar/lexical approach
The British Council TeachingEnglish team is hosting a webinar on March 15 at 12.00 UK time. The topic of the webinar is "Spoken grammar/lexical approach".
Vol. 4 Issue 6 – Book of the week: ‘Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching’ by Diane Larsen-Freeman
This is an updated third edition of our popular introduction to language teaching methodology, which describes different methods and approaches in language teaching. Clear and jargon-free, it provides practical step-by-step guidance for new teachers, and introduces more experienced teachers to new approaches and teaching ideas. Includes a new chapter on the use of digital technology.
Vol. 4 Issue 6 – Video: From Communicative Competence to Teaching Speaking
This session looks at how language teachers at any level can use the broad theoretical concepts of communicative competence, sociocultural theory, and speaking principles to enhance interaction. Together, we will examine specific principles of teaching speaking and show how to adapt these principles in your classroom. Workshop led by David Chiesa, English Language Fellow.