Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School
A companion to school experience
By Caroline Daly, Jon Davison | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
How do you approach teaching English in the contemporary classroom?
What is expected of a would-be English teacher?
The fourth edition of this best-selling text combines theory and practice to present an indispensable introduction to the opportunities and challenges of teaching English in the secondary classroom. It offers insight into the history, policies and definitions surrounding the subject, together with innovative and practical strategies which can be used for effective teaching and learning.
Already a major text for many university teacher education courses, the new edition reflects the extent and impact of current reforms whilst retaining its focus on what is of enduring value for English teaching.? With an emphasis on developing your own values and on stimulating approaches that underpin English teaching, it will help you navigate your way through changing curriculum requirements, assessment practice and the demands of professional development.??
Key topics explored include:
- Reading, writing and speaking and listening
- Teaching language and grammar
- Drama in English teaching
- Poetry
- Working with digital technologies
- Post-16 English language and literature
- Developing as a critically reflective practitioner.
Written particularly with the new and student teacher in mind, Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School aims to equip readers with the tools to make critically informed judgements about how to teach, develop principled practice and most importantly, be mindful of pupils and their experience of English in the secondary classroom.
Editions of Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317700029
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317700036
Read an Excerpt
How do you approach teaching English in the contemporary classroom?
What is expected of a would-be English teacher?
The fourth edition of this best-selling text combines theory and practice to present an indispensable introduction to the opportunities and challenges of teaching English in the secondary classroom. It offers insight into the history, policies and definitions surrounding the subject, together with innovative and practical strategies which can be used for effective teaching and learning.
Already a major text for many university teacher education courses, the new edition reflects the extent and impact of current reforms whilst retaining its focus on what is of enduring value for English teaching.? With an emphasis on developing your own values and on stimulating approaches that underpin English teaching, it will help you navigate your way through changing curriculum requirements, assessment practice and the demands of professional development.??
Key topics explored include:
- Reading, writing and speaking and listening
- Teaching language and grammar
- Drama in English teaching
- Poetry
- Working with digital technologies
- Post-16 English language and literature
- Developing as a critically reflective practitioner.
Written particularly with the new and student teacher in mind, Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School aims to equip readers with the tools to make critically informed judgements about how to teach, develop principled practice and most importantly, be mindful of pupils and their experience of English in the secondary classroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School about?
How do you approach teaching English in the contemporary classroom?
What is expected of a would-be English teacher?
The fourth edition of this best-selling text combines theory and practice to present an indispensable introduction to the opportunities and challenges of teaching English in the secondary classroom. It offers insight into the history, policies and definitions surrounding the subject, together with innovative and practical strategies which can be used for effective teaching and learning.
Already a major text for many university teacher education courses, the new edition reflects the extent and impact of current reforms whilst retaining its focus on what is of enduring value for English teaching.? With an emphasis on developing your own values and on stimulating approaches that underpin English teaching, it will help you navigate your way through changing curriculum requirements, assessment practice and the demands of professional development.??
Key topics explored include:
- Reading, writing and speaking and listening
- Teaching language and grammar
- Drama in English teaching
- Poetry
- Working with digital technologies
- Post-16 English language and literature
- Developing as a critically reflective practitioner.
Written particularly with the new and student teacher in mind, Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School aims to equip readers with the tools to make critically informed judgements about how to teach, develop principled practice and most importantly, be mindful of pupils and their experience of English in the secondary classroom.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Higher education, tertiary education > Teacher training
Where can I read a sample of Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317700029
Is Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Learning to Teach Subjects in the Secondary School Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School?
Caroline Daly, Jon Davison
Who is the Publisher of the book Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Learning to Teach English in the Secondary School is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317700029) and pdf(ISBN 9781317700036)