ERIC Number: ED610481
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Jan
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ISBN: 978-1-108-83609-8
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Transformative Language Learning and Teaching
Leaver, Betty Lou, Ed.; Davidson, Dan E., Ed.; Campbell, Christine, Ed.
Cambridge University Press
Transformative learning has been widely used in the field of adult education for over twenty years, but until recently has received little attention in the field of world languages. Drawing on best practices and the research of distinguished international world language experts, this volume provides theoretical and classroom-tested models of transformative education in world languages at major university, state and governmental programs. Chapters outline theoretical frameworks and detail successful models from cutting-edge programs in a wide range of languages, with plenty of examples included to make the theory accessible to readers not yet familiar with the concepts. Classroom teachers, program administrators and faculty developers at every level of instruction will find support for their courses. With its innovative approach to the teaching and learning of languages, this volume is a seminal text in transformative language learning that will stimulate discussions and innovation in the language field for years to come. This book: (1) Introduces transformative theory as applied to language teaching in depth; (2) Includes examples taken from a wide range of languages and instructional levels, from pre-K through graduate school; and (3) Provides challenging discussion questions, making the book ideal for classroom use (teacher education) or teacher self-learning.
Descriptors: Transformative Learning, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Nonschool Educational Programs, State Programs, Program Effectiveness, Preschool Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Second Languages, College Second Language Programs
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Publication Type: Books; Collected Works - General
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Early Childhood Education; Preschool Education; Elementary Secondary Education
Audience: Teachers; Administrators
Language: English
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