Task-based teaching has created enormous interest among teachers in recent years. But how does the idea of designing tasks (e.g. discussions, problems, games) that encourage learners to use real language work in practice? This book explains the basic principles behind task-based learning and teaching and gives practical examples of how to make it work in different teaching situations.

De twee populaire boeken van Aiden Chambers, Vertel eens en De Leesomgeving zijn samengevoegd en herzien!

Deze uitgave is een must voor iedereen die met kinderen werkt of dat in de toekomst gaat doen. Vragen als - Op welke manier kun je kinderen het beste enthousiasmeren voor lezen? Hoe kun je kinderen helpen om goed te praten over datgene wat zij gelezen hebben? - worden in de tekst beantwoord.

Chambers' ideeën over het lezen van kinderen berusten op zijn jarenlange ervaring in vrijwel alle...

Oxford EAP develops the essential skills and academic language for learners who are preparing to study in English at university level, from foundation courses to postgraduate research. With authentic content from Oxford textbooks and videos of lecture extracts, Oxford EAP is an ideal course for learners from a wide range of disciplines. Its clear structure and user-friendly approach make it an ideal resource for experienced EAP tutors as well as teachers who are starting out in the field.

Fourth edition of the best-selling Cambridge English: First (FCE) course, updated to prepare for the 2015 revised exam. The Student's Book with answers contains fresh, updated texts and artwork that provide solid language development, lively class discussion and training in exam skills. The 24 topic-based units include examples from the Cambridge English Corpus to highlight common learner errors, while vocabulary sections informed by the English Vocabulary Profile ensure that students are lea...

English Unlimited is a six-level (A1 to C1) goals-based course for adults. Centred on purposeful, real-life objectives, it prepares learners to use English independently for global communication. Through universal topics and activities, and a focus on intercultural competence as a 'fifth skill', this international coursebook helps learners become more sensitive, more effective communicators.

Teaching natural, dependable language, and with CEF goals at its core, it brings real life into the cl...

Improve your understanding of idioms in English. Explanations and practice of English idioms, written for advanced-level (C1 to C2) learners of English. Perfect for both self-study and classroom activities.

Learn idioms in context, with lots of different topics, including 'Learning', 'Formal writing' and 'Telling stories'. Be confident about what you are learning, thanks to Cambridge research into how English is really spoken and written, and get better at studying by yourself, with study tip...

With this guide to mindful practice, teachers will learn how to use mindfulness in their own professional and personal lives as well as how to incorporate it in their teaching to support student wellbeing.

English for Specific Purposes offers the teacher a new perspective on this important field. The main concern is effective learning and how this can best be achieved in ESP courses. The authors discuss the evolution of ESP and its position today; the role of the ESP teacher; course design; syllabuses; materials; teaching methods, and evaluation procedures.

It will be of interest to all teachers who are concerned with ESP. Those who are new to the field will find it a thorough, practical introd...

Business Partner is an eight-level business English course that teaches real-world language and business skills.

- Authentic videos with expert commentary on key business topics.

- Innovative video-based communication skills training.

- Practical training in functional business skills.

- Financial Times content on a wide variety of topics.

- A flexible, modular approach to personalise what students learn.

- Multiple opportunities to work on realistic case studies.

This popular BEC series has been completely revised. PASS Cambridge BEC is a practical course for students who wish to gain a recognised business English qualification. Focusing on relevant international business situations, the course has been structured to provide students with a thorough preparation for the Business English Certificates (BEC).