Grammar: A Linguists' Guide for Language Teachers

Tom Rankin,Melinda Whong (Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)

Grammar: A Linguists' Guide for Language Teachers
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Country
United Kingdom
Published
1 October 2020
Pages
214
ISBN
9781108736954

Grammar: A Linguists’ Guide for Language Teachers

Tom Rankin,Melinda Whong (Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)

Traditionally, there has been a disconnect between theoretical linguistics and pedagogical teacher training. This book seeks to bridge that gap. Using engaging examples from a wide variety of languages, it provides an innovative overview of linguistic theory and language acquisition research for readers with a background in education and teacher training, and without specialist knowledge of the field. The authors draw on a range of research to ground ideas about grammar pedagogy, presenting the notion of Virtual Grammar as an accessible label for unifying the complexity of linguistics. Organised thematically, the book includes helpful ‘Case in point’ examples throughout the text, to illustrate specific grammar points, and step-by-step training in linguistic methods, such as how to analyse examples, which educators can apply to their own teaching contexts. Through enriching language teachers’ understanding of linguistic features, the book fosters a different perspective on grammar for educators.

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