Routledge Handbook of Materials Development for Language Teaching
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- ISBN 9781032201528
- Weight: 1020g
- Dimensions: 174 x 246mm
- Publication Date: 28 Oct 2024
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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The Routledge Handbook of Materials Development for Language Teaching is the definitive resource for all working in this area of language and English language teaching. With 34 chapters authored by leading figures from around the world, the Handbook provides an historical overview of the development of language teaching materials, critical discussion of core issues, and an assessment of future directions.
The contributions represent a range of different international contexts, providing insightful, state-of-the-art coverage of the field. Structured in nine sections, the Handbook covers:
- changes and developments in language teaching materials
- controversial issues in materials development
- research and materials development
- materials for language learning and skills development
- materials evaluation and adaptation
- materials for specific contexts
- materials development and technology
- developing materials for publication
- professional development and materials writing
Demonstrating throughout the dynamic relationship between theory and practice, this accessible Handbook is essential reading for researchers, scholars, and students on MA programmes in ELT, TESOL, and applied linguistics.
Julie Norton is a Lecturer in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and Co-Director of Teaching and Learning at the School of Education, University of Leicester. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (SFHEA). She is also co-author of Navigate Pre-Intermediate.
Heather Buchanan is a Lecturer in Language Education and Director of Postgraduate Taught Courses (Teaching and Learning) at the University of York and an experienced teacher trainer. She is co-author of Navigate Intermediate.
Consultant editor: Graham Hall
Editorial Advisory Board: Kathleen Graves, Hitomi Masuhara, David Nunan