The Cambridge Guide to Blended Learning for Language Teaching

The Cambridge Guide to OET Nursing is a definitive pathway to test-day success from a team of highly experienced writers, experts in language teaching and OET • Valuable practice in all four language skills required for the test! Backed by strong pedagogy and a hands-on approach to language learning, with content approved by OET, the book is your guide to success. The book includes a detailed introduction to OET with test overview as well as two complete practice tests. There is extensive task-based learning and practice for each part of the test as well as 'Tips for scoring' in all the sub-tests. Preparatory tasks offer bite-sized learning. Audio, transcripts and answers are available online via a code in the cover, and a Teacher's Book for class use

This collection of original articles provides a state-of-the-art overview of key issues and approaches in contemporary language teaching. Written by internationally prominent researchers, educators, and emerging scholars, the chapters are grouped into five sections: rethinking our understanding of teaching, learner diversity and classroom learning, pedagogical approaches and practices, components of the curriculum, and media and materials. Each chapter covers key topics in teaching methodology such as reflective pedagogy, teaching large classes, outcomes-based language learning, speaking instruction, and technology in the classroom. Chapters assume no particular background knowledge and are written in an accessible style • Key features • A companion to The Cambridge Guide to Second Language Teacher Education, this anthology provides a valuable resource for a course in methodology

This volume provides an up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of second language learning. The focus throughout the book is primarily on language learning, but each chapter also discusses the implications for teaching and assessment, thus informing both understanding and practice. The book contains nine sections, which aim to organise and reflect different dimensions of the diverse and complex scope of learning English as a second or additional language. Four themes which permeate the chapters are: learning and learners; learning and language; learning and language development; learning and learning context. The 36 chapters are up-to-date and authoritative, written by experts in the field. The content is accessibly written, with questions for discussion and follow-up reading suggestions provided

Lessons from Nothing is an invaluable resource for busy teachers everywhere who are looking for easy-to-use activities that do not require extensive facilities or preparation. It is a practical source of around 70 language teaching activities that encourage interaction and co-operation in the classroom • Special features • - activities for immediate use • - activities for all ages and levels • - clear presentation • - no photocopying required

The Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS is THE definitive guide to IELTS. It contains all you need to succeed in the exam. Skill-building exercises cover all of the question types in the exam for both the General Training and Academic Modules. Our research into real IELTS candidates' exam answers - and the mistakes they make, helps you avoid the same ones! Eight official practice tests and a focus on test-taking strategy help you maximise your score. Videos of the Speaking test, and all the listening material, including the tests, can be found on the DVD-ROM or downloaded via an accompanying App from iTunes or Google Play. IELTS is jointly managed by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds is your definitive handbook to one of the most beautiful and diverse holiday destinations in the UK. From stately homes and wildlife parks to modern art galleries, country walks and adventure sports, the full-colour section introduces all of the regions' highlights. For every town and village, there are comprehensive and opinionated reviews of all the best places to eat, drink and stay to suit every budget. It brings the Cotswolds bang up-to-date; out go musty tearooms and chintzy B&Bs and in come the best of the area?s new contemporary restaurants, boutique-styled hotels and top-rated country pubs. There?s plenty of practical advice and a special focus on the region?s gastronomy with features on specialist farmers? markets, local farm shops, gastro-pubs and country restaurants

This is a practical guide to communication activities in the language classroom, suitable for use with students from elementary to advanced level. Part I contains instructions for over 100 different exercises, including interviews, guessing games, jigsaw tasks, problem solving, values clarification techniques, mime, role play and story telling. For each activity, notes are also provided on the linguistic and educational aims, the level, organisation, time and preparation required. Part II contains the accompanying worksheets, which can be copied, making many of the activities instantly available for use in class. A comprehensive table of activities and an index are included for ease of reference

This collection provides an overview of current issues, debates, and approaches in Second Language Teacher Education (SLTE) presented by internationally prominent researchers, educators, and emerging scholars. Chapters address such issues as distance education, non-native English-speaking educators, technology, assessment, standards, and the changing contexts of contemporary language teaching and teacher education • Key features • Contributors comprise a list internationally prominent researchers and educators in the field, as well as emerging scholars who are exploring new areas in SLTE • Covers a wide range of topics including key issues of the day, such as teacher education by distance, technology and SLTE; assessment and SLTE, and more • Addresses the changing contexts of SLTE, such as teacher preparation of educators for whom English is an additional language

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The Complete Guide to IELTS deconstructs the IELTS test and works systematically through each paper, covering all task types, text types and skills. No stone is left unturned. The material can be used in class or by students working on the own • Features • Each lesson offers task analysis, sample questions, tips and tactics, and skills-building exercises • Separate vocabulary lessons deal with the common lexical features of the IELTS reading passage types and listening sections • Engaging and motivating National Geographic video lessons increase students’ familiarity with the listening task types • A Language Resource Bank provides a comprehensive grammar reference and practice exercises covering all the grammar needed for the test • Full practice test

The Complete Guide to IELTS deconstructs the IELTS test and works systematically through each paper, covering all task types, text types and skills. No stone is left unturned. The material can be used in class or by students working on the own • Features • Each lesson offers task analysis, sample questions, tips and tactics, and skills-building exercises • Separate vocabulary lessons deal with the common lexical features of the IELTS reading passage types and listening sections • Engaging and motivating National Geographic video lessons increase students’ familiarity with the listening task types • A Language Resource Bank provides a comprehensive grammar reference and practice exercises covering all the grammar needed for the test • Full practice test

The definitive guide to yoga in everyday life from B.K.S. Iyengar, the world's most respected yoga teacher • B.K.S. Iyengar has devoted his life to the practice and study of yoga. It was B.K.S. Iyengar's unique teaching style, bringing precision and clarity to the practice, as well as a mindset of 'yoga for all', which has made it into a worldwide phenomenon • His seminal book, 'Light on Yoga', is widely called 'the bible of yoga' and has served as the source book for generations of yoga students around they world. In 'Tree of Yoga', the collected wisdom of his many years of practical practice and its application in real life are brought into a single-volume work • A collected philosophy for life researched through decades of practice by B.K.S