Mastering ESL/EFL Methods

A methods-focused guide to preparing for effective, successful teaching in today’s culturally and linguistically diverse classroom.

This guide gives current and future educators practical help for rediscovering the value, potential, richness, and adventure of a diverse classroom–while developing the capacity to professionally address the differential learning and transition needs of culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students. Ideal for pre- and in-service teachers, district and building administrators, school specialists, and paraprofessionals, it presents the latest tools, procedures, strategies, and ideas for ensuring effective teaching and learning for students of any native language. Included are new ways to reach and maximise relationships with parents, caregivers, and extended family members by partnering with them in appropriate pedagogical practices. The new Third Edition includes illustrated concepts; global connections; tips for practice in the EFL classroom; a revised framework for the conceptual definitions of approach method, strategy, and technique; an expanded Glossary; interactive video links; a revised discussion of dual language programs; and an overview of program model effectiveness.

The ideal teaching and learning guide for pre- and in-service educators, Mastering ESL/EFL Methods features the latest tools, procedures, strategies, and ideas for ensuring effective teaching and learning for students of any native language; practical pedagogical aids for bringing the concepts to life; and global connections and tips for practice in the EFL classroom.